The Sessions (2012) - Movie Details

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Release Date:	October 19, 2012 (Limited)
On DVD:	February 12, 2013
Genre:	Comedy, Drama
Director:	Ben Lewin
Writer:	Ben Lewin
Cast:	John Hawkes, Helen Hunt, William H. Macy, Moon Bloodgood
Studio:	Fox Searchlight Pictures
Running Time:	95 minutes
MPAA Rating:	Rated R for strong sexuality including graphic nudity and frank dialogue

Based on the poignantly optimistic autobiographical writings of California-based journalist and poet Mark O'Brien, "The Sessions" tells the story of a man confined to an iron lung who is determined at age 38 to lose his virginity. With the help of his therapists and the guidance of his priest, he sets out to make his dream a reality....

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Mark O'Brien just wants to have sex. He's willing to pay someone to help him lose his virginity. His quest will likely earn the movie The Sessions several Oscar nominations, as it is one of the best movies of the year.

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