Review:
The Diving Bell And The Butterfly (2007)
overall review score: 4.5
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The Diving Bell and the Butterfly is a 2007 biographical drama film directed by Julian Schnabel, based on the memoir of the same name by Jean-Dominique Bauby. It tells the story of Bauby's life after suffering a massive stroke that left him with locked-in syndrome, only able to communicate by blinking one eye.
Key Features
- Biographical drama
- Locked-in syndrome
- Based on a true story
Pros
- Beautifully filmed and directed
- Touching and emotional story
- Strong performances by the cast
Cons
- May be difficult for some viewers to watch due to the subject matter