It's admirable when a film aims to celebrate someone’s remarkable and courageous actions, but for a movie to really succeed, it needs to be captivating, enjoyable, and presented with real energy—something this true story falls short on. The film recounts the experiences of Dr. Audrey Evans (played by Natalie Dormer), an English oncologist who began working at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) in 1969. At that time, she suggested new ways to treat children battling cancer, a significant shift from the standard methods then being used, which had a discouragingly low survival rate of just 10%. Dr. Evans also worked to provide support for the families of these young patients, many of whom faced serious financial and practical difficulties while caring for their kids. She frequently encountered resistance from those who doubted her ideas because they went against established practices. Despite this, her determination and ability to persuade others, along with her genuine empathy for her patients, ultimately changed the hospital’s approach to cancer treatment—a model now used in other places that has improved survival rates to around 80%. Her efforts to help families also resulted in the creation of the first Ronald McDonald House, which is now a worldwide program. These are certainly accomplishments worthy of recognition. However, the film's portrayal of Audrey’s work feels ordinary and lacks depth, sticking to a predictable storyline that resembles director Penny Marshall’s “Awakenings” (1990), a film that handled similar themes with more charm and heart. The movie also doesn't do much to evoke the feeling of the time period it depicts; this aspect seems underdeveloped. While Natalie Dormer delivers a strong performance, along with the supporting cast, it’s not enough to overcome the film’s fundamental flaws and make it a proper tribute to the protagonist’s extraordinary dedication. Dr. Evans showed that children deserved better care, but sadly, the same can't be said about this movie's telling of her inspiring story.

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