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Suddenly

  • TV Movie
  • 1996
  • 1h 36m
IMDb RATING
5.2/10
167
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Suddenly (1996)
Drama

A fellow paraplegic tries to help a bitter woman reclaim her life following an accident.A fellow paraplegic tries to help a bitter woman reclaim her life following an accident.A fellow paraplegic tries to help a bitter woman reclaim her life following an accident.

  • Director
    • Robert Allan Ackerman
  • Writers
    • David J. Kinghorn
    • Marilyn Kinghorn
  • Stars
    • Kirstie Alley
    • Jason Beghe
    • Colleen Camp
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.2/10
    167
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Robert Allan Ackerman
    • Writers
      • David J. Kinghorn
      • Marilyn Kinghorn
    • Stars
      • Kirstie Alley
      • Jason Beghe
      • Colleen Camp
    • 12User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    Kirstie Alley
    Kirstie Alley
    • Marty Doyle
    Jason Beghe
    Jason Beghe
    • Joe Mulvey
    Colleen Camp
    Colleen Camp
    • Jude
    Nancy Cartwright
    Nancy Cartwright
    • Dell
    David Crosby
    David Crosby
    • Eddie
    David Beecroft
    • Doug
    Michael Paul Chan
    Michael Paul Chan
    • Mr. Chow
    Anthony Russell
    Anthony Russell
    • Willie
    Jason Bernard
    Jason Bernard
    • Louie
    Shaun Toub
    Shaun Toub
    • Mr. Tabibsidan
    W.W. Wilson
    • Cabbie Paulie
    Alice Lo
    Alice Lo
    • Mrs. Chow
    Charles Noland
    Charles Noland
    • Cabbie Mike
    Manny Perry
    Manny Perry
    • Bus Driver
    Don Keith Opper
    Don Keith Opper
    • Barney
    Victor Alfieri
    Victor Alfieri
    • Franco
    Ann Weldon
    • Older Woman
    Scott Burkholder
    Scott Burkholder
    • Officer Curtis
    • Director
      • Robert Allan Ackerman
    • Writers
      • David J. Kinghorn
      • Marilyn Kinghorn
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    User reviews12

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    7estert

    Enjoyable film

    I don't know -- have folks misplaced their hearts or what? Okay, it wasn't the most perfectly produced movie in the world - but, I'm sorry, I found it inspirational. I have a few health issues myself, and this film helped me to appreciate what I do have now - it's amazing what your mind can talk you into sometimes....

    Kirstie Alley did a wonderful job -- she must have really worked hard to have been able to maneuver the wheel chair as she did, and the emotions she tapped into touched me. "Joe" did an excellent job, as well, as did "Bob" and the rest of the cast - the pathos in this film did find its way into my tear ducts.

    I guess it can all depend on your mood. If you're in the mood to pick apart the aesthetics or production (i.e. stay in your head), then best forget it - but if you're heart's open (this is a beautiful idea/story), why not go for the ride...
    8lm21

    Worth a watch

    I watched this movie one day when i had nothing else to do and was very glad i did in fact watch. Admittedly when you watch it you're wanting to yell 'be positive' but then you imagine yourself in a similar situation and realize maybe you would act the same.

    I had no problems with the acting, and liked the 'hero' of the movie as i think his character was very likable. Was a different personality than i have been used to for the 'heroine' as i have watched her in many other movies before, but i think she pulled it off well, better than others might of imagine.

    The plot line was predictable, and it was a happily ever after ending, and someone wanting a light, simple movie to watch i recommend it.
    9ladydeb-1

    good dramatic movie

    I am not a huge Kristie Alley fan, but I truly enjoyed this movie, as a nurse myself, it was very realistic. I totally enjoyed it.I really was able to identify with Kirstie's character. I really wish this film had gotten more attention. She is a great actress and the fact that she hails from Kansas is all the more better. The African-American friend that trusted her with his dog did a great job. I really felt his hardship.I do wish the movie could have dove further into her life as a waitress/lover before this tragic accident happens. This movie is so different from usual "Alley films,TV, things, but It is very much worth watching!I really enjoy her in Look Who is Talking movies, but I would buy this also. I do want to TiVo it, or buy it! Thank you- Debbie
    4Theo Robertson

    The Personification Of The TVM

    Why do do TV companies insist on churning out these fem friendly disease of the week TVMs ? It`s easily explained . Imagine a fourty something woman zapping through the channels trying to find something to watch after a hard days work . What`s on ? HAMBURGER HILL - A Vietnam war film . PLATOON - A Vietnam war film . FULL METAL JACKET - A Vietnam war film . BLACK HAWK DOWN - A movie not set in Vietnam and yes it`s a war film . So Mrs fourty something comes to the conclusion that unless you like seeing human beings kill one another there`s no point in subscribing to movie channels so therefore TV companies contribute to a very real market of movies where the main protagonist is female

    And I couldn`t help thinking SUDDENLY is the most typical of these type of TVMs . Kirstie Alley plays Marty a woman who works in a diner and is just too sassy and fun loving to be true . You do get the impression that if she was miserable and introverted destiny would bless her with good health and a long life but as with all these other type of movies produced by TV companies bad things happen to nice women and she finds herself facing eternity in a wheelchair

    As you can imagine SUDDENLY plays out like you`d expect it to . There`s a lot of bitterness from Marty , a romantic subplot , a really cute dog ( Though thankfully the romance doesn`t involve the dog ) and a lecture on how to enjoy sex if you`re a paraplegic . I do have to admit BORN ON THE FOURTH OF JULY was much better but then again I`m a male who likes Vietnam war movies
    10lencik_90

    Deep and touching movie

    I've seen this movie lot's of times, since the first time i saw it. And I think, that it is very interesting and useful. If you think, that your life isn't perfect and amazing - watch this film - it will help you to understand the happiness of your life.

    I like Kirstie Alley. She's good actress but I think, that you shouldn't enough talent to play in comedy, and Kirstie's personality is better opened in dramatic and deep movies like "Suddenly". And in this film Kirstie showed her wonderful actor talent. She is really serious actress.

    "Suddenly" shows that you should never be in desperate, even if you think that your life is over. Who can imagine, that life in a wheelchair can be happy and lucky? Marty Doyle showed to everybody, that it is possible to have normal human life in this situation.

    People, we should watch such films!

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    • Release date
      • December 1, 1996 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • An Urban Legend
    • Production companies
      • Michele Brustin Productions
      • Rysher Entertainment
      • Scripps Howard Entertainment
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 36 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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