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6 Degrees Entertainment

My Name Is Bill W'
(James Woods, JoBeth Williams, James Garner, et al / DVD / NR / (1989) 2006 / Warner Bros.)

Overview: Based on the true story of Bill W.(James Woods), a successful stock broker who's life falls apart after the stock crash of the 20's must and come to grips with his alcoholism. He forms a support group with fellow drunk(James Garner)that would eventually become Alcoholics Anonymous.

DVD Verdict: 'My Name Is Bill W' is a good look into the beginnings of the modern day 12 Step program. Recognized now as an effective way in which to confront addictions/issues on many fronts and not just alcohol alone. Prior to this (November 1934), and apart from Divine intervention, the end for most alcoholics was (is) found in, "jails, institutions or death". One of the scenes in the movie that stands out is when Bill calmly acknowledges that although alcohol is ruining his entire life all he can think of is another drink. Contrast this to a subsequent scene when Bill and Dr. Bob first meet. Bob states that others have tried to help him but to no avail, etc. Bill interjects and tells him that he isn't there to help Bob but rather himself. This gets Bob's attention. 'My Name Is Bill W.', is a story of struggle, hope and ultimately of triumph and whose message is available to anyone who would yield themselves to a new but simple approach to everyday living. Theories can be disputed but results can't be denied. A great many people over the years have had their lives touched by the work of Bill W. and Dr. Bob, who themselves had also discovered, "the easier, softer way". Garner also co-produced the project. This was originally aired on television as a Hallmark Hall Of Fame movie in 1989. Very inspiring! This is a Widescreen Presentation (1.85:1) enhanced for 16x9 TVs and comes with the Special Features of:

The Making of My Name Is Bill W.
Subtitles in French and English.

www.wbtvondvd.com





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