John Q
John Q
John Quincy Archibald's son Michael collapsed while playing baseball as a result of heart failure. He and his wife Denise rush him to a hospital emergency room where John is informed that Michael's only hope is a transplant. Unfortunately, John's insurance won't cover the transplant. Out of options, he takes the emergency room staff and patients hostage until the surgeons come to an agreement to do the transplant.
Eric Bakke reviewedJuly 16, 2025
A fairly mediocre film, but it's elevated by one of Denzel Washington’s most powerful performances—especially in the near-final, heartbreaking scene with his son. It’s worth watching for him alone. I also fondly remember seeing this in the theatre, where the crowd shouted at Anne Heche’s character in frustration—which only added to the experience.