RyothChatty ridiculous rating

Comwayon A Disappointing Continuation

Senteur As somebody who had not heard any of this before, it became a curious phenomenon to sit and watch a film and slowly have the realities begin to click into place.

KnotStronger This is a must-see and one of the best documentaries - and films - of this year.

OllieSuave-007 This is one of those feel-good TV dramas that will probably tug at your heart strings. It stars Meryl Streep as Lori Reimuller, whose young son Robbie (Seth Atkins) is being treated at a hospital for epilepsy. But, not satisfied with the care his doctor is giving Robbie, Lori pursues her own form of treatment for her son, attempting an alternative treatment called the Ketogenic Diet.This movie generated some emotion as I watch Lori care for her son. It reminds me of the hurdles and obstacles a family goes through in life at times and how a parent's love for his/her child is unconditional. The acting by the cast of characters really delivered in making this movie engaging.I am not a real hardcore fan of drama, as the plots really go at a slow pace at times, as evident somewhat in this movie. However, the heart-warming and courageous scenes of Lori dealing with the medical system while trying to address family issues made it an intriguing movie overall.Grade B+

henry emp Meryl Streep is a mother of three children. When Her Youngest child(Fred Ward) is struck with epilepsy and is near his death. The hospital he is in does nothing but gives him drugs and they just do not work. The mum does some research and finds a diet for epilepsy and he does it.This film is sad but don't give up when your watching it because it has the happiest ending a film could have. Meryl streep is exceptional and it is probably her best film. I would recommend it to people who like Drama films or know someone with epilepsy. All I can say is you MUST watch this film and it is really really good.

Paige Streep I really enjoy watching Meryl Streep in everyone of her movies. She is by far a very talented actress and one that only comes around once in a generation. This movie is so moving. Seth Adkins, who plays the ill child, is also very talented. He is shockingly believable as a child with epilepsy, especially for a kid his age. This movie will definitely make you think twice about how well you have it. You will fall in love with the character of Robby and feel the pain his family has to go through. During the hardships they face. Everyone who watches this movie will most likely think twice about epilepsy and not think of it as a small disease. I had know idea that it was so serious or that there was a cure to stop the ceasars.

ryanlupin In this alternately heartbreaking and uplifting drama inspired by actual events, a small town Midwest family discovers that their youngest son suffers from epilepsy. Left without hope after their insurance runs out, the mother presses on, studies everything she can find out about the illness, and, against the wishes of her local doctor, takes her son to Baltimore for treatment with the controversial ketogenetic diet.The title of this movie-made-for-television, First Do No Harm, comes from the Hippocratic oath which doctors take as part of their vocation.However, in many cases physicians are loath to recommend procedures not because they do anyone harm but because their efficacy is not supported by scientific research. This is the case when four-year-old Robbie (Seth Adkins) is diagnosed as having a type of epilepsy for which the cause is unknown. His parents, Lori (Meryl Streep) and Dave (Fred Ward), agree to a series of excruciating drug treatments which only seem to worsen his condition. Their situation becomes more complicated when they learn that their health insurance policy has lapsed.Then Lori discovers a regimen called the Ketogenic Diet; one-third of the epileptic children on this diet have experienced no additional seizures. Robbie's parents are furious with his doctor (Allison Janney) for not telling them about this treatment and then refusing to facilitate their trying it. Instead, she recommends brain surgery for the boy.The finale of the drama demonstrates the distance some families have to go to take control of the health and welfare of their loved ones. First Do No Harm presents a blistering attack on the rigidity and insensitivity of the medical establishment.Outstanding performances from both Meryl Streep and child sensation, Seth Adkins. Definitely a 'must-watch!!'