They stole this episode's story from an old episode of "ER." Come on, do they think medical show lovers weren't going to notice? Pretty lame, writers. I feel really bad for the couple that they'll always associate their happiest moment with the most awful event ever. Especially Shawn with his autism and related emotional issues - how can he ever recover from this?
12 Reviews
Tissues Required...Multiple Beautiful Moments
Bellatext20 May 2022
A wedding for the vast majority of us, represents good things, and the result here in this episode, finally, is a welcome and moving solution to the ups and downs of Shaun and Lea's wedding story over the season. Glassie comes through, especially, and I was glad Shaun' moments with him were so well done, not overdone.
Dr. Wolke's storyline adds emphasis to how we interconnect with blood relations and may love them, but still have to reject them for our own sanity and a nominal degree of happiness and quality of life. And how, sometimes, the most loving action is one that is likely to both leave us bereft and lost, yet be the means to fulfill another's needs and wants is more important, especially when the end of life is imminent for the person in question.
The acting by Galvin (Asher), Schiff (Glassie), Highmore (Shaun), Spara (Lea), and Henderson (Jordan) was great; they were outstanding in this episode. This was, it must be credited, in part for being captured and complemented so superbly by the stellar camera work and editing. Often I think it's easy to forget. When a show is so well done, all the elements that combine to make it so, they go far beyond the actor, to generate the "it works!" assessment.
As to some peope's negative feedback on the Nurse Villanueva thread, as a woman who understands too well what it is to be the target of domestic violence, I simply don't care one iota that ER long ago did a near identical story, as others have complained. What's important is that such situations have not been eliminated nor substantially reduced in real life, so since ER did it 'first'. Such scenarios and results happen too often still, they continue. It's that which ought to be lamented for still being such a problem, for not being corrected by and for us all, by now.
In this era of demand by some vociferous reviewers, that things always be entirely believable, it shouldn't surprise anyone to have partner/spousal violence included at least once or more in a season because the kind of misogynistic domination and control portrayed is far more than just another copied dramatic element from a similar, older TV series. It is the reality of too many women's lives even yet. The means to the cliff hangar results were, to me, therefore sadly unsurprising and thus perfectly topical to include in this medical serial.
Naturally, 5 years in means to me it's also unsurprising that some actors might be ready to move on and/or the producers' and writers' ideas, their storylines, are planned to shift significantly, so personnel continuing by surviving various jeopardizing circumstances can be that simple handling technique - or a genuine twist. "Time will tell." There is a good range of potential, to accommodate more possibilities, in what happens in this episode.
So, overall? A great episode where the chemistry of the people in so many relationships comes through so incredibly well. It's good stuff this highlighting and mostly celebrating mutual respect, love, candour and selflessness, among others. Combined with the attributes already noted off the top, it all works so well: An all-round winner, as episodes go. I am both satisfied with the season finale and curious where and with whom as actors and characters, the new season will launch. 9/10!
Dr. Wolke's storyline adds emphasis to how we interconnect with blood relations and may love them, but still have to reject them for our own sanity and a nominal degree of happiness and quality of life. And how, sometimes, the most loving action is one that is likely to both leave us bereft and lost, yet be the means to fulfill another's needs and wants is more important, especially when the end of life is imminent for the person in question.
The acting by Galvin (Asher), Schiff (Glassie), Highmore (Shaun), Spara (Lea), and Henderson (Jordan) was great; they were outstanding in this episode. This was, it must be credited, in part for being captured and complemented so superbly by the stellar camera work and editing. Often I think it's easy to forget. When a show is so well done, all the elements that combine to make it so, they go far beyond the actor, to generate the "it works!" assessment.
As to some peope's negative feedback on the Nurse Villanueva thread, as a woman who understands too well what it is to be the target of domestic violence, I simply don't care one iota that ER long ago did a near identical story, as others have complained. What's important is that such situations have not been eliminated nor substantially reduced in real life, so since ER did it 'first'. Such scenarios and results happen too often still, they continue. It's that which ought to be lamented for still being such a problem, for not being corrected by and for us all, by now.
In this era of demand by some vociferous reviewers, that things always be entirely believable, it shouldn't surprise anyone to have partner/spousal violence included at least once or more in a season because the kind of misogynistic domination and control portrayed is far more than just another copied dramatic element from a similar, older TV series. It is the reality of too many women's lives even yet. The means to the cliff hangar results were, to me, therefore sadly unsurprising and thus perfectly topical to include in this medical serial.
Naturally, 5 years in means to me it's also unsurprising that some actors might be ready to move on and/or the producers' and writers' ideas, their storylines, are planned to shift significantly, so personnel continuing by surviving various jeopardizing circumstances can be that simple handling technique - or a genuine twist. "Time will tell." There is a good range of potential, to accommodate more possibilities, in what happens in this episode.
So, overall? A great episode where the chemistry of the people in so many relationships comes through so incredibly well. It's good stuff this highlighting and mostly celebrating mutual respect, love, candour and selflessness, among others. Combined with the attributes already noted off the top, it all works so well: An all-round winner, as episodes go. I am both satisfied with the season finale and curious where and with whom as actors and characters, the new season will launch. 9/10!
Bro what a twist!
marcosmwedeking17 May 2022
God, I love this show!
joefmarc18 May 2022
What a trip! This show is so dynamic and always keeps me on my toes! My feet hurt so bad! Ouchie mama! The character development has been superb! And the relationships that form are always so emotionally gripping! I love it!
Film Review of "The Good Doctor"
jcolonang2 May 2023
Warning: Spoilers
"The Good Doctor" is a medical drama that airs on ABC. The series first aired in 2017 and is currently in its sixth season. The series follows several doctors from California's San Jose's St. Bonaventure Hospital. Specifically, the show follows the life of Shaun Murphy. Shaun is a surgeon at St. Bonaventure who is autistic. Throughout the series, Dr. Murphy is shown to battle with the demands of his medical career, his social life at the hospital, and his disability. At the beginning of the series, Dr. Murphy faces skeptics in the hospital. Many believe that he is unable to perform the duties of a surgeon because of his disability. Not only does the series explore the life of someone with autism, but the social issues, and constant struggles of the medical field. I believe that "The Good Doctor" changes the way that disabilities are portrayed in the media.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) also known as Autism is a cognitive developmental disability that can affect the individual's communication, social skills, and physical and social behaviors. Individuals with autism can display a variety of symptoms from a wide range on the spectrum. While symptoms may vary, individuals typically have difficulty with communication (Both verbal and non-verbal), social interactions, repetitive behaviors, and sensory sensitivities. Individuals with autism are unique, and while one may struggle with displaying emotions, or social interaction, they may excel in areas such as math, science, or the arts. These symptoms are demonstrated throughout the series "The Good Doctor" and it's not always in the underdog always wins type of scenario.
Season five's episode eighteen, the episode explores numerous issues at St. Bonaventure's hospital. Regarding Dr. Murphy, we are faced with some of the difficulties he faces from his disability. One of those challenges is the struggle with communication and social interaction. Shaun throughout the series has had an issue with being brutally honest with individuals he encounters. In this episode, Shaun gives back the gifts that doctors Parks and Morgan give to Shaun and Lea for their wedding. He reasoned that the couple was not having a public wedding. Immediately following we follow the conversation with Shaun and the Wolkes. The Wolkes are the mother and father of Dr. Asher Wolke, Another surgeon at St. Bonaventure. During the conversation, Mrs. Wolke tells Shaun god bless you to which his response was "Okay, thank you." In another scene, Dr. Murphy asks Dr. Wolke if he was changing how he acts because his family was present. Shaun then goes to his fiancé and notices that she is not happy about having their wedding in a courthouse. Confused as to what to do next, Shaun seeks advice from Dr. Glassman. Dr. Glassman throughout the series is depicted to be a father figure to Shaun. This is evident during the scene where Dr. Glassman is attempting to tie the bow tie for Shaun. We are then presented with the wedding ceremony, where he interrupts Dr. Andrews, who is officiating the ceremony, by saying "I do" out of pure excitement.
A popular disability theorist by the name of Octavia Butler once said, "I want to portray human variety. . . (and) I want to do it without lecturing or resorting to stereotypes" (Shalk, 2018). I believe that this is portrayed in "The Good Doctor". In this episode specifically, we are met with Shaun's struggle with social interactions and his ability to communicate. When Lea tells Shaun that she is down about not having the dream wedding, but is okay with the courthouse wedding, Shaun immediately turns to Dr. Glassman. Throughout this series, Shaun turns to Dr. Glassman for advice when it comes to understanding people's intentions and communication. On some occasions, Dr. Murphy has been reprimanded for being too honest with patients and not showing empathy toward their situations. Shaun's struggles are put on display throughout the series, and while it may have the "empathetic good feeling" tone to his disability, there are times when he is faced with the harsh realities of the world and those in the medical field. The show does display that even with the day-to-day struggles of an individual with autism, one can overcome the challenges and can become someone successful. Even though that may contain the "all is well" type of tone, the series does show the difficulties Shaun faced to overcome his challenges and become who he is today.
Sonia Loftis states, "Many disability studies critics have noted that disabled characters in literary works and films are often minor characters: while they may prove central to the plot, these figures generally appear on the margins of the story" (Loftis, 2015). This is not the case in "The Good Doctor". Though the series does have many cast members, Shaun is typically the focus of the episode. Unless the episode is focused on a specific message for the audience, for example, a political or social issue. The series does tend to use Shaun as an inspiration piece, but as seen in this episode he is not the centerpiece. One may argue that the wedding is the main focus of the episode, but I believe that Wolke's battle with his family is what the show focused on. However, the show does highlight Shaun's battles with social interactions throughout the episode. I feel this type of approach is key for the depiction of disabilities within the media.
The media for far too long has portrayed disability as an inspiration and tends to kill off or cure the character after their purpose is served. This however is not the case in "The Good Doctor". The series which airs on ABC follows the struggles of Shaun Murphy, a doctor who is autistic and is a surgeon at St. Bonaventure. Specific to this episode, we see Shaun's difficulties with social interaction. Unlike the typical portrayal of individuals with disabilities, this series did not use Shaun's autism as a source of inspiration. Instead, though the series follows the life of Shaun, he is placed as a secondary character in this episode. The fact that the series can accomplish just that and still have the viewer engaged throughout is a step in the right direction on how individuals with disabilities should be portrayed in the media.
References Loftis, Sonia Freeman. Imagining Autism: Fiction and Stereotypes on the Spectrum, Indiana University Press, 2015 Schalk, Sami. "Interpreting Disability Metaphor and Race in Octavia Butler's 'The Evening and the Morning and the Night.'" African American Review, vol. 50, no. 2, 2017, pp. 139-151.,
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) also known as Autism is a cognitive developmental disability that can affect the individual's communication, social skills, and physical and social behaviors. Individuals with autism can display a variety of symptoms from a wide range on the spectrum. While symptoms may vary, individuals typically have difficulty with communication (Both verbal and non-verbal), social interactions, repetitive behaviors, and sensory sensitivities. Individuals with autism are unique, and while one may struggle with displaying emotions, or social interaction, they may excel in areas such as math, science, or the arts. These symptoms are demonstrated throughout the series "The Good Doctor" and it's not always in the underdog always wins type of scenario.
Season five's episode eighteen, the episode explores numerous issues at St. Bonaventure's hospital. Regarding Dr. Murphy, we are faced with some of the difficulties he faces from his disability. One of those challenges is the struggle with communication and social interaction. Shaun throughout the series has had an issue with being brutally honest with individuals he encounters. In this episode, Shaun gives back the gifts that doctors Parks and Morgan give to Shaun and Lea for their wedding. He reasoned that the couple was not having a public wedding. Immediately following we follow the conversation with Shaun and the Wolkes. The Wolkes are the mother and father of Dr. Asher Wolke, Another surgeon at St. Bonaventure. During the conversation, Mrs. Wolke tells Shaun god bless you to which his response was "Okay, thank you." In another scene, Dr. Murphy asks Dr. Wolke if he was changing how he acts because his family was present. Shaun then goes to his fiancé and notices that she is not happy about having their wedding in a courthouse. Confused as to what to do next, Shaun seeks advice from Dr. Glassman. Dr. Glassman throughout the series is depicted to be a father figure to Shaun. This is evident during the scene where Dr. Glassman is attempting to tie the bow tie for Shaun. We are then presented with the wedding ceremony, where he interrupts Dr. Andrews, who is officiating the ceremony, by saying "I do" out of pure excitement.
A popular disability theorist by the name of Octavia Butler once said, "I want to portray human variety. . . (and) I want to do it without lecturing or resorting to stereotypes" (Shalk, 2018). I believe that this is portrayed in "The Good Doctor". In this episode specifically, we are met with Shaun's struggle with social interactions and his ability to communicate. When Lea tells Shaun that she is down about not having the dream wedding, but is okay with the courthouse wedding, Shaun immediately turns to Dr. Glassman. Throughout this series, Shaun turns to Dr. Glassman for advice when it comes to understanding people's intentions and communication. On some occasions, Dr. Murphy has been reprimanded for being too honest with patients and not showing empathy toward their situations. Shaun's struggles are put on display throughout the series, and while it may have the "empathetic good feeling" tone to his disability, there are times when he is faced with the harsh realities of the world and those in the medical field. The show does display that even with the day-to-day struggles of an individual with autism, one can overcome the challenges and can become someone successful. Even though that may contain the "all is well" type of tone, the series does show the difficulties Shaun faced to overcome his challenges and become who he is today.
Sonia Loftis states, "Many disability studies critics have noted that disabled characters in literary works and films are often minor characters: while they may prove central to the plot, these figures generally appear on the margins of the story" (Loftis, 2015). This is not the case in "The Good Doctor". Though the series does have many cast members, Shaun is typically the focus of the episode. Unless the episode is focused on a specific message for the audience, for example, a political or social issue. The series does tend to use Shaun as an inspiration piece, but as seen in this episode he is not the centerpiece. One may argue that the wedding is the main focus of the episode, but I believe that Wolke's battle with his family is what the show focused on. However, the show does highlight Shaun's battles with social interactions throughout the episode. I feel this type of approach is key for the depiction of disabilities within the media.
The media for far too long has portrayed disability as an inspiration and tends to kill off or cure the character after their purpose is served. This however is not the case in "The Good Doctor". The series which airs on ABC follows the struggles of Shaun Murphy, a doctor who is autistic and is a surgeon at St. Bonaventure. Specific to this episode, we see Shaun's difficulties with social interaction. Unlike the typical portrayal of individuals with disabilities, this series did not use Shaun's autism as a source of inspiration. Instead, though the series follows the life of Shaun, he is placed as a secondary character in this episode. The fact that the series can accomplish just that and still have the viewer engaged throughout is a step in the right direction on how individuals with disabilities should be portrayed in the media.
References Loftis, Sonia Freeman. Imagining Autism: Fiction and Stereotypes on the Spectrum, Indiana University Press, 2015 Schalk, Sami. "Interpreting Disability Metaphor and Race in Octavia Butler's 'The Evening and the Morning and the Night.'" African American Review, vol. 50, no. 2, 2017, pp. 139-151.,
S5.E18 - So Beautiful and Emotional! [10/10]
panagiotis19934 April 2024
Warning: Spoilers
(S5. E18) My Live Reaction / Review for The Good Doctor Season 5 Episode 18 ''Sons''. The previous episode was good and I gave it a rating of 9/10. Let's see if this one is better or worse. Asher's parents? What? I didn't expect that. Asher's dad has terminal cancer? That sucks! This woman is paralyzed from the face down? That's so sad, she is so young. They have a plan to give Asher's dad more time, that's good. I hope Shaun and Lea will get married or it will be the 3rd time they cancel it and that's annoying. The Asher family drama makes me really emotional. The paralyzed woman found her voice again? Now im even more emotional. When Asher and his dad said I love you to each other I started crying. Finally they got married, it was about time. The nurse's ex stabbed both his girlfriend and Lim? What a total psychopath! What a twist! Overall this episode was good and I enjoyed it. My rating is 10/10.
ok
Lythas_8518 May 2022
Warning: Spoilers
The case per se was alright.. it was just give the little guy some char development but we all know everybody was focused on shawns wedding.. it finally happened even tho they dragged that for many episodes... they want to get married.. now they do not.. they want a fancy wedding now the do not..
the nurse and doctor lim situation was dejavu from carter from ER.. and just like so, the main character will live and the smaller one will perish.
the nurse and doctor lim situation was dejavu from carter from ER.. and just like so, the main character will live and the smaller one will perish.
Season over ...
bosporan17 May 2022
The outcome we have been awaiting, and that aspect of the episode works well. The rest of it is either unnecessary polemic or random incongruous events. The final cliff-hanger is simply ludicrous.
I have loved this show, but this season it has completely lost its way, forgotten its core premise and descended into a sugary soap opera - it was one of my few 10*, reluctantly it is downgraded to 7 now.
I have loved this show, but this season it has completely lost its way, forgotten its core premise and descended into a sugary soap opera - it was one of my few 10*, reluctantly it is downgraded to 7 now.
Cliffhanger that I don't really care about
frosted_tearz17 May 2022
Warning: Spoilers
Love Lim but do they really have characters in this show that you really really care about other than Glassman and Shaun and Claire? Do they have any real personality that you care about? Only other one is Melendez.
That nurse was given the loser's edit where they all of a sudden give you a plot or an arc or a story and something happens to you so it was highly predictable.
Points are for the flashback scene and that scene alone. No backbone to the show at all anymore.
That nurse was given the loser's edit where they all of a sudden give you a plot or an arc or a story and something happens to you so it was highly predictable.
Points are for the flashback scene and that scene alone. No backbone to the show at all anymore.
At long last
shuny17 May 2022
Warning: Spoilers
They finally got married. They managed to drag out the drama all year. There is no way two surgeons who are not neurosurgeons could have pulled off experimental surgery with instant results which always requires patient training. Is Dr. Lym going to come out? I hope we are going to get rid of the most self-centered and annoying character; Dr. Reznick. Knowing that this hospital appears to have only the few surgeons and attendings we know, it is unlikely that the drunks upstairs will be able to come to the rescue.
The show has lost its way a long time ago. Dr. Murphy's talent for unusual solutions has taken a back seat to the supposed boring drama entangling everyone in the cause de jour. Cancel the show.
The show has lost its way a long time ago. Dr. Murphy's talent for unusual solutions has taken a back seat to the supposed boring drama entangling everyone in the cause de jour. Cancel the show.
Better when it was on ER.
uhtiman22 May 2022
Though there were emotion charged high points the rest though plays like a seventies family drama. The worst part, and I say this vaguely to avoid spoilers, was a season finale that was taken almost exactly from a season finale of ER. So much so that if it was presented in written word, there would be accusations of plagiarism. They could have done better.
dying dad take Uber and Go
devvrathk17 May 2022
Basically, the show is about a dying dad whose son don't want him to be in hospital because his colleagues ask him questions.
Dad as few days left and the son gives him Uber and says bye bye so he can attend a office wedding.
I mean, if you have to be cruel, how cruel you can and then you call yourself a Good Doctor.
Dad as few days left and the son gives him Uber and says bye bye so he can attend a office wedding.
I mean, if you have to be cruel, how cruel you can and then you call yourself a Good Doctor.
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