Flowers for Algernon 2000
“Last month, Charlie Gordon couldn't read. Now he's quoting Shakespeare. Can the medical miracle that changed his life help him understand the meaning of love?”
What is Flowers for Algernon?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Flowers for Algernon" (2000). Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 20, 2000
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America, Canada
- Studios
- Citadel Entertainment, Alliance Atlantis, Storyline Entertainment
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.6/10 from 31 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~91 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Citadel Entertainment, Alliance Atlantis, Storyline Entertainment
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Flowers for Algernon" (2000).
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No inventing/guessing titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Constraint 3: Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 4: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 5: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 6: Length must be 150-190 words.
Title: Flowers for Algernon
Year: 2000
Release Date (US): 02/20/2000
Format: TV Movie / American-Canadian television film
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 1h 31m
Director: Jeff Bleckner
Writer: John Pielmeier
Starring: Matthew Modine
Based on: Daniel Keyes' 1966 novel of the same name
Context: Second screen adaptation (following 1968 film Charly)
Protagonist: Charlie Gordon
Plot Points: Charlie Gordon is mentally handicapped and wants to be a genius. He is picked for experimental surgery. The surgery has side effects that could kill him. He goes from being unable to read to quoting Shakespeare. The story involves a newfound romance.
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“A gripping exploration of drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Flowers for Algernon worth watching?
Flowers for Algernon holds a community rating of 5.6/10 based on 31 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Flowers for Algernon and when was it released?
Flowers for Algernon is a feature film with a runtime of 91 minutes. It was released in 2000. Release status: Released.
Who directed Flowers for Algernon?
Flowers for Algernon was directed by Jeff Bleckner.
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