Movie Review: Dr. T. and the Women By Neda Simeonova Staff Writer         “Dr. T and the Women”, a movie directed by Robert Altman is likely to get your head spinning. Dr. Sullivan Travis, Dr. T, played by Richard Gere, is a busy Dallas gynecologist who treats society’s women and has dedicated his life to the countless women in it.         Although his life appears to be perfect, it starts to unravel with a series of incidents: his wife Kate (Farrah Fawcett) suffers a rare psychological condition that causes her to become child-like and is admitted to a mental hospital. Dr. T's sister-in-law Peggy (Laura Dern) who is recently divorced and loves champagne moves into his home with her three little daughters; and as if that is not enough his daughter DeeDee (Kate Hudson) is engaged and soon to be married.         Dr. T finds himself in the middle of a crisis until he meets a beautiful golf pro, played by Helen Hunt. She is different; a ray of light in his chaotic life. But can this relationship change Dr. T’s bad luck as he finds out his engaged daughter's secret and his wife sinks deeper into insanity?         Guys and girls, fasten your seat belts and get ready for a wild, chick flick movie ride. The plot of the movie is not the most creative, nor was Hunt's acting. The chemistry between her and Gere was dull and forced. Some scenes will hold your attention and even make you laugh but even the indisputable charm of Gere is not enough as the movie twists in bizarre ways. “Dr T. and the Women” is now playing. It won’t hurt to go and give it a try, just make sure it is on an empty stomach. Back to top   |   Home Webmaster: Sal J. Barry   Copyright © 2000, Columbia Chronicle Columbia Chronicle articles, photos, and graphics are the property of the Columbia Chronicle and may not be reproduced or published without written permission from the staff, editors, or faculty advisor. The Columbia Chronicle is a student produced publication of Columbia College Chicago and does not necessarily represent, in whole or in part, the views of Columbia College administrators, faculty or students.

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