Edition |
Widescreen. |
Description |
1 videodisc (123 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. |
System Details |
DVD, NTSC ; region 1, widescreen (1.85:1) presentation. |
Language |
In English with optional English for the hearing impaired or Spanish subtitles. |
Credits |
Director of photography, Christoph Vitt ; editors, Geoffrey Richman, Christopher Seward, Dan Swietlik ; music, Erin O'Hara ; narrator, Michael Moore. |
Audience |
MPAA rating: PG-13; for brief strong language. |
Summary |
Michael Moore interviews Americans who have been denied treatment by the United States health care insurance companies -- companies who sacrifice essential health services in order to maximize profits. Sheds light on the how complicated it can become for communities and individuals, and the sacrifices they have made when they are denied health care coverage. |
Note |
Special features: Sicko goes to Washington, This country beats France, Uniquely American, what if you worked for G.E. in France?, Sister Mary Fidel, Who would Jesus deny, more with Mike & Tony Benn, a different kind of Hollywood premiere, "Alone without you," music video performed by the Nightwatchman, interview gallery, theatrical trailer. |
Access |
For private home use only. |
Subject |
Medical care -- United States.
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Health care reform -- United States.
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Medical care -- Public opinion.
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Medical economics -- United States.
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Medical policy -- United States.
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Medical care -- United States.
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Health care reform -- United States.
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Medical care -- Public opinion.
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Medical economics -- United States.
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Medical policy -- United States
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Genre/Form |
Feature films.
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Documentary films.
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Documentary -- Feature.
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Films for the hearing impaired.
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Videodiscs.
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DVD-Video discs.
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Added Author |
Moore, Michael, 1954 April 23- Screenwriter. Producer. Director. Narrator.
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O'Hara, Meghan. Producer.
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Dog Eat Dog Films.
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Weinstein Company.
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Genius Products, Inc.
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ISBN |
1594449023 |
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9781594449024 |
Standard No. |
796019807500 |
Music No. |
80750 Genius |
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