John Q Flaws

John Q Government Flaws John Q (2002), directed by Nick Cassavetes is a debasing reality that takes us through how far a father’s love will go and how humanity relates to the situation. John Q, played by Denzel Washington, is placed in a tough situation when his son needs a heart transplant,but does not have enough insurance to cover it. John Q shows the harsh theory that the government is not always there to provide the land of opportunity for all. The film explores the role of the government and acts as a invisible voice for the people. Health insurance is a basic service that was created for all people to access, but the poor and middle class people experience suffering when they attempt to use it. John has a son that needs a heart transplant, but because of his recently cut hours, his insurance only covers a small portion of the balance. The film shows multiple choices, but nothing seems to work, which starts not establish a connection of how the government works. In the beginning of the film, John Q makes the statement “My son is dying and I am broke. If I don’t qualify for Medicare, who the hell does”(John Q). This is a common question asked in our society given that the healthcare plan is designed to help the poor, but the wealthy …show more content…
This film provides a way to show the effects of the government choices and how humans connect to others, despite the situation itself. John Q was more than a movie that played in the theater, it was a silent debate with unanswered questions. Although it only told the story of one family, the directors were able to make a connection to every poor and middle class family in the United States. John Q seems like a ordinary film about a man taking hostages, but in reality gives the American people, rich or poor, insight to our government flaws within our