Review of Gleason (2016) by Gabe S — 18 Aug 2017

For those interested in sobbing like children.

This review of Gleason (2016) was written by Gabe S on 18 Aug 2017.

Gleason has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Christopher G (515) on 29 Dec 2016

One of the most deeply moving dramas/documentaries I've ever seen. Definitely one of the best films of 2016…

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By Matt Borcas (1) for The Ringer (285) on 13 Aug 2017

Gleason manages to instill those triumph-of-the-human-spirit feelings despite, or maybe because of, the unvarnished and uncomfortable look…

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The gift of Gleason to moviegoers is that it depicts people who know they don't have all the answers and who are trying to figure them out…

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By Carlos D (596) on 03 Jan 2017

This changed my life...I have lost my husband at age 38 to atherosclerosis and was left behind with 3 small boys…

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By Robert Y (116) on 20 Jan 2017

Had me in tears to see what also does to people. this is an amazing story…

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By Tim M (3,013) on 09 Nov 2017

By no means is this the best documentary ever, but anything that gets me to lose as many tears as 'Gleason' deserves a strong referral…

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By Tehl B (19) on 08 Feb 2017

Watch this film, period. Sorry La La Land, I thought you would be my fav film of 2016, but Gleason just made it to the top of the list…

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Heartwarming movie and makes you hopeful about ALS…

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