Les deux hémisphères de Lucca

In these days of plethora of mediocre shows and movies poured on you all round the OTT space, and you browse through nonchalantly alloting not more than 10 minutes per flick, Lucca was a pleasant surprise. You connect with the true-to-life characters. However much the narration may have been manipulated to fit into movie format, it is based on a true story.

Actors did well, especially the lead. Director deserves a pat for portraying the character of Lucca so realistic.

The voiceover was outright bad prompting me to bring down the rating. Dialogues too were no match to the powerful story.

I am not sure about the medical authenticity and relevance of the highlighted treatment. But the redtape, the foulness, and the greed prevalent in the medical world incapacitating the good work of few individuals is more than true.

It's truly unfair that such a moving story was given such a mediocre film adaptation. The performances are atrocious at best, with no chemistry between the actors-everything feels stiff and painfully forced. The script has the depth and finesse of an average soap opera, filled with predictable dialogue and melodramatic clichés. Even the technical aspects are shockingly poor; at times, the background music drowns out the dialogue, making it hard to follow.

The storytelling is equally disjointed, as if the scenes were strung together with duct tape rather than flowing naturally. Emotional moments arrive not as an organic culmination of the narrative but as clumsy demands for tears. It's one of those films that doesn't just invite you to cry-it practically threatens you into it, making you feel guilty if you don't. A wasted opportunity for what could have been a truly powerful film.

A true story that will catapult your sprit to new hights. The movie not only shows the real moments as it happened but it recreates the emotions and feelings lived by Andres and Barbara.

Obviously is hard to express the anguish and stress lived every day and every night when you need to be a caretaker 24/7.

Mori and Molina portrait the real Barbara and Andres in a superb way. Bruno's character is just amazing but above all the director's tremendous job to take you across the journey of pain and generosity of not only the family but everyone else involved.

Never give up. That's the message of this story that will change the way you ever will feel when there is an imposible task in front of you Never ever give up Lucca has and will change many people's life.

This is a heart-wrenching drama that tells a true story of a family's journey to seek experimental treatment for their son Lucca, who suffers from severe pediatric cerebral palsy. The movie is based on the book The Two Hemispheres of Lucca by Barbara Anderson and follows the family's trip to India in search of a miracle cure.

As I watched this movie, I found myself deeply invested in the story of a young boy's journey with cerebral palsy. The film focuses on Lucca's treatment using the Cytotron device. I had never heard of this innovative therapy before and was fascinated by its potential to improve Lucca's condition. The film's portrayal of the treatment's effects was both poignant and thought-provoking. While the scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness of Cytotron treatment for cerebral palsy is limited, the movie portrays the family's hopes and struggles as they explore this unconventional therapy.

For those unfamiliar, the Cytotron is a medical device that utilizes electromagnetic fields to treat various conditions, including cancer, inflammation, and neurological disorders. Developed by Dr. Rajah Vijay Kumar, founder of Scalene Cybernetics Limited, the Cytotron has been patented in several countries, including the US, Europe and China. It emits a specific range of electromagnetic frequencies that interact with cells and tissues, promoting healing and reducing inflammation. This non-invasive therapy is believed to stimulate cellular regeneration, modulate the immune system and enhance the body's natural healing processes.

Barbara Mori's performance as Lucca's mother is outstanding, conveying the depth of a parent's love and devotion. The entire cast delivered powerful performances, making it easy to become fully immersed in the story.

The film's pacing is somewhat uneven with few plot threads feeling rushed and underdeveloped. Despite these flaws, it is a powerful and emotional film that is worth watching for its thought-provoking theme and outstanding performances. I found a deep sense of connection to the characters' struggles and triumphs.

While the Cytotron treatment may be relatively unheard of and unconventional, the movie sparks important conversations about how promising this treatment is. This is a moving and inspiring film that sheds light on the challenges faced by families with children with special needs. A good watch. Watch Lucca's World, a Spanish film dubbed in English, available on Netflix.

All those who get emotional and cry during tear jerkers and sentimental movies will like this movie too. So they are advised to get their box of tissues and settle down.

The movie is based on the memoirs of some years back of the parents of a child afflicted with cerebral palsy who are told that there is no cure for the disease in Mexico. They then travel from Mexico to India to get their son treated after they hear about this miracle cure in India though still at an experimental stage.

All parents specially those who have been through similar experiences connected to family will relate immensely to the story and sequences. The movie keeps the emotions understated without going overboard and maybe that is its strength and highlight. It is moving, inspirational and all about the resilient nature of determined human spirit.

All credit is due to the director Mariana Chenillo and the two actors who play the parents ( Barbara Mori and Juan Pablo Medina ). The scenes are touching, heartwarming and realistic. Audiences will find themselves immersed in the emotional storyline. Most scenes relate to medical procedures in hospitals and recovery at home. Surprisingly the movie is not boring at any point and one remains absorbed throughout.