Director: Tom Shadyac
By: Vaericia Meno
The movie Patch Adams is about a man named Hunter but known as “Patch” in the movie wants to become a doctor and help people in a unique way. After going through some tough times himself, he realizes that making people laugh can help them feel better, even when they are sick. While in medical school, Patch uses jokes and humor to make his patients happy and help them forget about their problems for a little while. However, not everyone agrees with how he does things, and he gets into trouble because he does not always follow the usual rules. As the movie goes on, Patch learns that being a doctor is about more than just giving medicine and treating illnesses. It is also about caring for people and making them feel like they matter. Overall, the movie shows that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference in someone’s life.
