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Open Heart
2013·Movie
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A , documentary: , but never childish, .
Good for family movie night · friends night · teens
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Eight Rwandan children leave their families behind to embark on a life-or-death journey seeking high-risk heart surgery in Sudan. Their hearts ravaged by a treatable disease from childhood strep throat, they have only months left to live. Open Heart reveals the intertwined endeavors of Dr. Emmanuel, Rwanda's lone government cardiologist fighting to save the lives of his young patients, and Dr. Gino, the Salam Center's head surgeon, who is fighting to save his hospital, Africa's only link to life-saving free cardiac surgery for the millions who need it.
Rwandan ChildrenHeart SurgeryMedical DocumentaryLife-or-Death JourneyInternational AidSocial CommentaryHope and ResilienceGlobal HealthcareCardiac Disease
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Is Open Heart worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Open Heart?
0 h 40 min
Open Heart runs 0 h 40 min.
Will Open Heart make me laugh?
Serious
No. It plays it straight.
Is Open Heart plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven. It leans on pathos and character depth more than on its plot.
Can I half-watch Open Heart?
Easy watchDemanding
Yes. It's easy to follow.
Is Open Heart good for date night?
and 3 moreFamily Movie NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational
It's better for a family night. Our viewing guide lists it for families, and it also works for couples.
Will Open Heart scare me?
Not scaryTerrifying
No.
Will I feel good after watching Open Heart?
BleakHopeful
Yes. It's an uplifting movie that leaves you hopeful.
What language is Open Heart in?
English
It was made in English.