Patch Adams movie analysis and film criticism for advanced ESL students based on the English Immersion Program Patch Adams movie trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNN6FI1Gcr8 Patch Adams movie analysis Patch Adams, a 1998 comedy-drama, tells the inspirational story of Hunter "Patch" Adams, a medical student who challenges traditional medical practices. Witnessing the suffering of others ignites a passion in Patch to become a doctor, but not in the typical way. He believes in treating the whole person, and that includes humor and compassion. The film follows Patch's journey through medical school as he clashes with the rigid establishment. His unorthodox methods, which involve ...
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Patch Adams Movie Analysis & Film Criticism
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Due to the system, medical students were not permitted to interact with patients until their third year, but Patch Adams believed that having a connection and speaking to patients was essential. This caused conflicts between Patch and the university.
Patch was known for his constancy and persistence. He found his way to treat patients despite the obstacles. For example, he established his own hospital in a house in the woods to provide free treatment.
As the old saying says, “laughter is the best remedy.” Laughing can make us more positive and healthier. Furthermore, it leads us to a higher frequency. Like the patients in the hospital when Patch made them feel better and make them laugh.
Thank you for your thorough comment on the film, Patch Adams.
I personally like the idea of thinking outside the box and being a maverick. Therefore, inaugurating an independent hospital turned out to be extremely appealing and delightful to me.
However, on many occasions, I was disgusted by his eccentric and bizarre behavior. In my modest opinion, the hospital board of directors could employ a professional clown instead of investing in educating a medical student.