description The Sessions Overview
The Sessions is a 2012 drama film about a man paralyzed by polio who engaged a sex surrogate to fulfill a personal desire. Based on an article by Mark O’Brien, the story depicts his arrangement with Cheryl Cohen-Greene, played by Helen Hunt, for the purpose of losing his virginity. John Hawkes portrays the protagonist in this biographical narrative.
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info The Sessions Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2012 |
help The Sessions FAQ
Who was the real Mark O'Brien behind The Sessions?
Mark O'Brien was a Berkeley-based poet and journalist who spent much of his life using an iron lung after contracting polio. The film draws from his article "On Seeing a Sex Surrogate."
How many sessions does Cheryl agree to have with Mark?
Cheryl Cohen-Greene sets a limit of six sessions, emphasizing that sex surrogacy is a structured therapeutic arrangement rather than an open-ended affair. Helen Hunt plays Cheryl opposite John Hawkes as Mark.
Why does Mark talk to a priest in The Sessions?
Mark seeks moral reassurance from Father Brendan because his Catholic faith makes him anxious about sex outside marriage. William H. Macy plays the priest, who becomes Mark's candid confidant.
Did Helen Hunt receive an Oscar nomination for The Sessions?
Yes. Hunt was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the 2013 Academy Awards for playing Cheryl Cohen-Greene.
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