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The Heart Specialist

Original title: Ways of the Flesh
  • 2006
  • R
  • 1h 39m
IMDb RATING
4.3/10
642
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The Heart Specialist (2006)
ComedyDrama

Dr. Z(achary) is also a comedian. He gets his inspiration from staff and patients at the hospital. He and Donna befriend and affect his womanizing intern, Ray.Dr. Z(achary) is also a comedian. He gets his inspiration from staff and patients at the hospital. He and Donna befriend and affect his womanizing intern, Ray.Dr. Z(achary) is also a comedian. He gets his inspiration from staff and patients at the hospital. He and Donna befriend and affect his womanizing intern, Ray.

  • Director
    • Dennis Cooper
  • Writer
    • Dennis Cooper
  • Stars
    • Wood Harris
    • Zoe Saldaña
    • Thomas Miles
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  • IMDb RATING
    4.3/10
    642
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Dennis Cooper
    • Writer
      • Dennis Cooper
    • Stars
      • Wood Harris
      • Zoe Saldaña
      • Thomas Miles
    • 13User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Wood Harris
    Wood Harris
    • Dr. Sidney Zachary
    Zoe Saldaña
    Zoe Saldaña
    • Donna
    • (as Zoe Saldana)
    Thomas Miles
    • Curtis Underwood
    • (as Thomas 'Nephew Tommy' Miles)
    Brian White
    Brian White
    • Dr. Ray Howard
    Mya
    Mya
    • Valerie
    Scott Paulin
    Scott Paulin
    • Dr. Graves
    James Chacko
    • Parking Lot Guard
    David S. Lee
    David S. Lee
    • Dr. Propper
    Kenneth Choi
    Kenneth Choi
    • Mitchell Kwan
    Fiona Hale
    • Dead Man's Sister
    Irene Tsu
    Irene Tsu
    • Mrs. Olson
    Richard Voigts
    • Dr. Manson
    Tony Perez
    Tony Perez
    • Dr. Gutierrez
    Brittany Ishibashi
    Brittany Ishibashi
    • Translator
    Brittany Marie Batchelder
    Brittany Marie Batchelder
    • Adrienne
    Kristi Kirk
    Kristi Kirk
    • Nuclear Med Tech
    Amrapali Ambegaokar
    Amrapali Ambegaokar
    • Pakistani Intern
    Jasmine Guy
    Jasmine Guy
    • Aunt Burnetta
    • Director
      • Dennis Cooper
    • Writer
      • Dennis Cooper
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    User reviews13

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    9kathrynevans

    Cool, fun, reality.

    I worked in a hospital for several years and commend this film in its ability to realistically portray the life of an intern and resident at such an institution. I was also impressed with how well the characters were portrayed by the talented actors in the film. Zoe Saldana made her character so interesting and likable, that I could easily see her as someone cool to hang out with.

    Wood Harris and Brian White have great chemistry on the screen. Kenny Choi's character goes through an amazing progression. Mya surprises us all with an amazing performance and Scot Paulin along with David Lee play characters that you love to hate.

    It was good to see a film that promoted the concept of African Americans in professional positions - without the stereotypical implications of gangs and violence. The story was touching and inspirational for anyone in any circumstances to feel good about what they do and to believe in themselves.

    Hopefully, as this country and the world becomes more diverse, this film will not be disregarded and more films like this will gain exposure in all audiences across the board. I think it is very important that this film gets the recognition that it deserves.
    9florencelw2000

    Entertaining & fun movie

    I saw the movie & I have to say that I enjoyed it tremendously. It was light & entertaining but it has a solid story line where anybody including myself can follow & relate to the story line. It portrays the daily things that could happen in life - happy/positive or sad/negative. Not only I was entertained by this movie, I also felt that I learned a thing or two about how people grow through life experiences. Each character plays a very distinct & interesting role. They are all fit into a great story & it has a great mix of characters. Love it! Love it! Love it! I definitely recommend this movie. I hope it will do well at the theaters. I definitely would like to see more of this kind of movie.
    10IluvQT_07

    Great Movie

    I saw the movie recently during the Boston Film festival. The movie was very entertaining and is something that I believe the world, and black America is ready to see. It has comedy,drama, the soundtrack is great. It is an all around good film. The characters were well developed, and the movie had a wide variety of prominent actors, such as Wood Harris(Remember the Titains, Paid in Full), Brian J. White (Trois 3, Mr 3000), and the wonderful Zoe Saldana(Drumline, Pirates of the Caribbean). The movie tackles many relevant topics in todays society in a short period of time, and does so with class and grace. This is not only a story about life in the hospital, however it is a story about people and their personal journey to discovering who they are, or who they are going to be.
    10avidmoviecritics

    What the world needs to see!

    This is a really funny (and sexy) movie - that is not just silly but has great acting. It's the kind of movie where the characters are so entertaining that you feel like you are connected to everyone in the theater. I saw it at the Boston film festival, and I found myself frequently laughing out loud with everyone else, and also moved by some of the movie's more serious parts. It's a unique movie about two doctors, and I don't want to give anything away but there are some powerful scenes as well really funny ones - plus the dialogue is great. Wood Harris' character has a unique relationship with his girlfriend Zoe Saldana, and Brian White and Mya are also funny and sexy in their roles. If you get a chance to see it - go - you won't be disappointed. It's worth seeing again. Wood Harris deserves an award.
    10agmail-oc

    See the Movie !

    Great film... just saw this a week ago and enjoyed the whole experience. Good characters, clever plot line and fun to watch. I am not sure I understand the 3.5 star rating, I thought it was much better than that.

    I thought it intriguing it was targeted at black audiences. I think it works well on its own and speaks to relevant relationships between men and women as well as physicians in a tough setting.

    One other thought, this would make a great series and I hope the producers think about that... whether TV or sequels. I liked the characters, I liked the topics and would hope to see them develop over time.If there is a DVD, I will get it.

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    • Trivia
      Nikea Gamby-Turner's debut.
    • Soundtracks
      Once Upon a Life
      Performed by Mona Lisa

      Written by Dennis Cooper

      Courtesy of Cooperfly Productions

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • January 14, 2011 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Кардиолог
    • Filming locations
      • Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production company
      • One-Twenty Inc.
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $1,103,037
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $473,062
      • Jan 16, 2011
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,103,037
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 39m(99 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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