Flowers for Algernon

(2000)Directed by Jeff Bleckner91 minDrama
Last month, Charlie Gordon couldn't read. Now he's quoting Shakespeare. Can the medical miracle that changed his life help him understand the meaning of love?

Charlie Gordon is mentally handicapped and all he wants in life is to be a genius. When he gets picked for experimental surgery it looks like his dream may finally come true. But the surgery has side effects that could could kill Charlie. Can Charlie survive being just plain old "Charlie Gordon" and will his newfound romance survive this test of character?

Matthew Modineas Charlie Gordon
Kelli Williamsas Alice Kinian
Ron Rifkinas Dr. Jonah Strauss
Gloria Sladeas Faye
David McFarlaneas Lester
Ronit Cohenas Francine
Carson Durvenas Oliver
Cameron Bowenas Young Charlie
Andrew Dinneras First Teen
Liam Titcombas Second Teen
Ron Kennellas Bakery Worker
Vince Guerrieroas Bartender
Mo Kelsoas Female Neighbor
BKBilly Khouryas Male Neighbor