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The Fundamentals of Caring

2016 · Movie · R · 97 min · ★ 7.3

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Having suffered a tragedy, Ben becomes a caregiver to earn money. His first client, Trevor, is a hilarious 18-year-old with muscular dystrophy. One paralyzed emotionally, one paralyzed physically, Ben and Trevor hit the road on a trip into the western states. The folks they collect along the way will help them test their skills for surviving outside their calculated existence. Together, they come to understand the importance of hope and the necessity of true friendship.

Also known as The Revised Fundamentals of Caregiving

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Details
Years
2016
Release date
2016-06-16
Language
English
Rated
R
Runtime
97 min
Max quality
HD
TMDB rating
7.3/10 (2,320 votes)

Themes

  • wheelchair
  • affectation
  • road trip
  • caregiver
  • disability
  • muscular dystrophy
  • approving
  • comforting

Cast & crew

Directed by Rob Burnett