In a Flash

Author(s): JG (NY)
In a Flash

Directed by: Oliver Stone
Written by: Oliver Stone
Music by: John Williams

Main Cast:

Patrick Wilson as Andrew Collard
Ed Harris as Charlie Meyer
Julia Roberts as Susan Collard
Elle Fanning as Emily Collard

Tagline: "In a flash, everything can change".

Synopsis:

Six months after being inaugurated as the next President of the United States, Andrew Collard is faced with the toughest decision of his life. His ten year old daughter Emily is diagnosed with a rare type of cancer and her chances of surviving it are slim to none. Collard's most trusted doctor, Charlie Meyer, tells him that the only way that Emily can possibly survive is through stem cell treatments. The problem is that President Collard spent his entire campaign movement preaching that he was against stem cell research. His wife Susan demands that Doctor Meyer go ahead with the treatments but Andrew is hesitant and tells him to wait. For days, Andrew is troubled by his situation, losing hours of sleep and focus. While he wants to do everything possible to save his daughter's life, he knows that he will be highly criticized by the public for going against his word and beliefs. Ultimately, Andrew decided to put the life of his daughter above his career and reputation and approved for Doctor Meyer to give Emily stem cell treatments in order to possibly save her life. When the news broke out, the public and media went crazy. Many of President Collard's supporters felt betrayed and looked upon him with disgust. Haters insisted that he be impeached. The controversy tore Andrew up inside as he tried his hardest to defend himself. However, the resentment and lack of support from the American public really got to him and forced him to make a rash decision in order to escape it all.

What the press would say:

Oliver Stone is sure to have another hit with his latest masterpiece, "In a Flash". He creates and directs a story so moving and breathtaking that it's hard to believe that it's a work of fiction. "In a Flash" tells the story of the new President of the United States, Andrew Collard. A short while after he goes into office, he finds out that his daughter is dying of cancer and that he has to decide whether to attempt to save his life or reputation. Patrick Wilson wonderfully captivates the role of President Collard. He proves that he can take on a serious role and justly portray the title character. Wilson digs deep into his characters mind and feelings so much that you really believe he really is Andrew Collard. His physical transformation is also outstanding. Ed Harris plays the role of the doctor who will provide Collard's daughter with stem cell treatments. Harris brings a sense of wisdom and comfort to his character that really makes him shine. Elle Fanning is wonderful as Collard's dying daughter and Julia Roberts rounds out the great cast as the emotional Susan Collard.

"In A Flash" is filled with the right amount of excitement, intensity, and depth and is sure to be a must-see film!

For Your Consideration:

Best Picture
Best Director: Oliver Stone
Best Actor: Patrick Wilson
Best Actress: Julia Roberts
Best Supporting Actor: Ed Harris
Best Supporting Actress: Elle Fanning
Best Original Screenplay: Oliver Stone
Best Film Editing
Best Cinematography
Best Original Score