When A Man Loves A Woman
Sattawat is a doctor whose mother has a gambling addiction, and Anusaniya's family owns a wealthy company. Sattawat's mother owes a lot of money to Anusaniya's company and in order to erase the debt, Sattawat's mother and Anusaniya's aunt cook up a plan to marry Sattawat and Anusaniya to each other to get rid of the debt. Anusaniya's half-uncle, Chayakorn, breaks up with his girlfriend, Somika, and reveals his love for Anusaniya. Anusaniya, not wanting Chayakorn to have any hope, agrees to marry Sattawat. Desperate Somika falls for Sattawat but finds out that he belongs to Anusaniya, her greatest rival. In vengeance, Somika tries everything to split the couple.
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Plot Summary
Alice Green, a devoted mother and wife, secretly battles alcoholism. Her drinking escalates, threatening her family and her relationship with her husband, Michael. As Michael struggles to understand and cope with Alice's addiction, he must also find the strength to help her confront her demons and rebuild their lives from the ground up.
Critical Reception
When a Man Loves a Woman was met with generally positive reviews, with particular praise directed at the performances of Meg Ryan and Andy Garcia for their sensitive and nuanced portrayals of a couple dealing with the devastating effects of addiction. Critics acknowledged the film's emotional depth and its realistic depiction of the challenges faced by families affected by alcoholism, though some found its pacing to be uneven at times.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its powerful performances, especially from Meg Ryan.
- Appreciated for its realistic and emotional exploration of addiction within a marriage.
- Some critics noted a somewhat predictable narrative arc.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a moving and honest portrayal of a serious issue, with many commending the lead actors for their compelling performances. The emotional impact and the realistic depiction of marital struggles resonated with viewers, though some wished for a slightly more hopeful conclusion.
Fun Fact
Meg Ryan, who played the alcoholic wife, reportedly did not drink alcohol in real life and relied on research and consultation with addiction specialists to prepare for the role.
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