The Cure

24. Oct, 2009 3 Comments

‘The cure’ is a story based on an 11 years old child who has contracted AIDS and is thus considered an outcast by the public and all of his friends. Yet in this misery Eric finds Dexter who not only embraces his friendship but takes it to a level where the audience is taught the lessons of life. It makes us realize how much of a gift real friendship is when it comes to the hardest moments of life.
The theme which makes it ubiquitously genuine and tragic at the same time – is how Eric and Dexter try to find the ultimate cure. At first they experiment with all kinds of plants and leaves – which is very naïve and show how young kids deal with such terrible diseases and how strongly they still believe in the magic of the world.
When they hear about an alleged cure which has been developed in the South, they do not hesitate and take off for an adventure all alone that brings them even closer together and symbolizes the ultimate quest for hope. What starts as a real adventure becomes a dangerous undertaking, which is emotionally captivating yet enlightening. The scene when Dexter reveals his fears and talks about the end of the universe, where everything is dark and cold, Eric hands him his sneaker, a symbol that wherever the boy may have to go, Eric is and will always be with him; he will never have to be alone. This sequence and many more alike are extremely compelling and feature a very convincing interaction between the two actors, who manage to avoid awkward and corny dialogues and deliver a very genuine performance that is eventually smashing in its compassion and honesty.
The ending however is emotionally tough and makes the audience so much a part of the tragedy that everyone who watches the movie will feel personally affected .Although a movie of the 90’s the emotional burden placed on every character is so real and thrashing that even the tougher members of the audience might need some hankies. I bet you’ll yearn for the friendship that is portrayed in this movie.

‘The cure’ is a story based on an 11 years old child who has contracted AIDS and is thus considered an outcast by the public and all of his friends. Yet in this misery Eric finds Dexter who not only embraces his friendship but takes it to a level where the audience is taught the lessons of life. It makes us realize how much of a gift real friendship is when it comes to the hardest moments of life.

The theme which makes it ubiquitously genuine and tragic at the same time – is how Eric and Dexter try to find the ultimate cure. At first they experiment with all kinds of plants and leaves – which is very naïve and show how young kids deal with such terrible diseases and how strongly they still believe in the magic of the world.

When they hear about an alleged cure which has been developed in the South, they do not hesitate and take off for an adventure all alone that brings them even closer together and symbolizes the ultimate quest for hope. What starts as a real adventure becomes a dangerous undertaking, which is emotionally captivating yet enlightening. The scene when Dexter reveals his fears and talks about the end of the universe, where everything is dark and cold, Eric hands him his sneaker, a symbol that wherever the boy may have to go, Eric is and will always be with him; he will never have to be alone. This sequence and many more alike are extremely compelling and feature a very convincing interaction between the two actors, who manage to avoid awkward and corny dialogues and deliver a very genuine performance that is eventually smashing in its compassion and honesty.

The ending however is emotionally tough and makes the audience so much a part of the tragedy that everyone who watches the movie will feel personally affected .Although a movie of the 90’s the emotional burden placed on every character is so real and thrashing that even the tougher members of the audience might need some hankies. I bet you’ll yearn for the friendship that is portrayed in this movie.

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3 Responses to “The Cure”

  1. hashim raza 29. Oct, 2009 at 6:23 am

    A very touching story of friendship..vividly described…indeed a great choice sehar..!!! =)

  2. Saira Azhar 29. Oct, 2009 at 8:36 am

    soo v true ! It really makes us realize that friendship is a real gift n a blessing !

    I appreciate the fact that u wrote abt such topic whch is so v close to reality!

    **hats off**!:) ;) ;)

  3. Faraz Tariq 31. Oct, 2009 at 2:25 am

    hey great work! very touching story..:)