Overview"Coming & Going" is a 2011 American romantic funny directed by Edoardo Ponti. The movie stars Rhys Darby and Sasha Alexander, with extra efficiencies from Fionnula Flanagan and Ivana Milicevic. The movie mainly revolves around the themes of love, incorrect identities, and the problems that occur from the two.
PlotThe film follows the life of Lee, an OB-GYN doctor included by Rhys Darby. Being a shy and reserved individual, Lee is not good at socializing and fights with romantic relationships. One day, he gets into a strange mishap that leaves his arms paralyzed. This occasion results in incorrect presumptions where everybody believes he's handicapped, which in turn causes a series of events turning his life upside down.
Sasha Alexander presumes the function of Alex, an appealing, gorgeous female who ends up being Lee's client. Unbeknownst to Lee, Alex harbors romantic feelings for him after various interactions. As Lee is bound by the professional code that avoids him from dating patients, he decides to keep his feelings to himself. However, he is surprised when he sees Alex at his apartment complex, not recognizing that she lives next door.
Extension of PlotWhen Alex sees Lee in a wheelchair, she wrongly assumes he's handicapped due to the arm paralysis episode. Offered her misconception, she ends up being more connected to him and even uses to assist him with daily tasks. Captured up in an uncomfortable scenario, Lee does not correct her, and they end up spending a great deal of time together, intensifying Alex's sensations. On the other hand, Lee is not able to proclaim his love for Alex due to his patient-doctor principles.
Climax and ConclusionThe film reaches its climax when Lee's feigned special needs is exposed accidentally. Alex feels betrayed and injured. Nevertheless, when Lee's medical license is threatened due to an unassociated event at the hospital, Alex, knowing his character and integrity, stands up for him. She recognizes that Lee's silence about his sensations was indeed due to his ethical commitments instead of a lack of affection.
In the end, Lee takes the guts to admit his feelings to Alex and he is eased when Alex reciprocates. The movie concludes on a delighted note, signifying that love can indeed get rid of misunderstandings and wrong presumptions.
Important Reception"Coming & Going" received mixed evaluations from critics. While the efficiencies of Darby and Alexander were appreciated, some critics felt the story did not have depth. However, it was usually agreed that the film brilliantly represents the troubles and issues dealt with by individuals in atypical romantic situations, using lots of possibilities for comedy and empathy. Audiences found it to be a heartfelt and unwinded seeing experience, with Darby's comical timing typically cited as a highlight.
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