Dying Young
After she discovers that her boyfriend has betrayed her, Hilary O'Neil is looking for a new start and a new job. She begins to work as a private nurse for a young man suffering from blood cancer. Slowly, they fall in love, but they always know their love cannot last because he is destined to die.
Critics Sentiment
Victor admits his fear and Hilary finally tells him she loves him
Victor drinks whiskey acts aggressively and collapses at dinner
The film drops dramatically from the intense medical drama opening to the weaker romantic middle section, then recovers for the emotional finale
Critics found Dying Young most effective during its intense opening medical scenes and emotional climax, praising Campbell Scott's tortured performance and key dramatic moments. However, reviewers consistently noted that the middle romantic sections felt predictable and artificial, with many feeling the couple lacked genuine chemistry despite strong individual performances. The film succeeded as a tearjerker for sensitive viewers but failed to rise above conventional melodrama for most critics.
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Julia Roberts
Hilary O'Neil
Campbell Scott
Victor Gaddes
Vincent D'Onofrio
Gordon
Colleen Dewhurst
Estelle Whittier
David Selby
Richard Geddes
Ellen Burstyn
Mrs. O'Neil
Dion Anderson
Cappy
George Martin
Malachi
A.J. Johnson
Shauna
Daniel Beer
Danny
Behrooz Afrakhan
Moamar
Michael Halton
Gordon's Friend
Larry Nash
Assistant
Alex Trebek
Host of Jeopardy
Richard Friedenberg
Jeopardy Contestant
Duncan Henderson
Jeopardy Contestant
Bettina Rose
Jeopardy Contestant
Howard Morris
Voice on Jetsons (voice)
Fran Lucci
Annabel
John M. Rosenberg
Bandleader
Crew
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