
Something the Lord Made
A breakthrough that changed the face of medicine. A unique partnership that broke the rules.
Directed by Joseph Sargent
Produced by Nina Saxon Film Design, HBO Films
An inspiring true-story drama about an unlikely partnership between two medical pioneers that overcomes racial prejudice to revolutionize heart surgery.
A dramatization of the relationship between heart surgery pioneers Alfred Blalock and Vivien Thomas.
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Does Something the Lord Made end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.
Is Something the Lord Made easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.
Is Something the Lord Made scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Is Something the Lord Made violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is Something the Lord Made sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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