Playing God 1997
"Joining this deadly underworld was easy. But getting out... deadly!"
Directed by Andy Wilson, *Playing God (1997)* plunges viewers into the gritty underbelly of Los Angeles as it follows disgraced surgeon Dr. Eugene Sands, stripped of his medical license after a career-ending mistake.
Director: Andy Wilson
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Playing God (1997) about?
*Playing God (1997)* follows Dr. Eugene Sands, a once-renowned surgeon who loses his license after a reckless mistake. Desperate to escape his past, he's drawn into the criminal world as a "gun-shot doctor" for counterfeiter Raymond Blossom, only to find himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger.
Who directed Playing God?
Andy Wilson directed *Playing God (1997)*, bringing a gritty, atmospheric style to this crime thriller.
Who stars in Playing God?
The film stars David Duchovny as Dr. Eugene Sands, Timothy Hutton as Raymond Blossom, and Angelina Jolie as Blossom's enigmatic girlfriend.
Is Playing God (1997) worth watching?
As a crime thriller mixing drama and action, *Playing God (1997)* offers tense moments and strong performances, especially from Duchovny and Jolie. While it may not break new ground, its moody atmosphere and moral dilemmas make it a solid pick for fans of gritty underworld stories.
How long is Playing God?
*Playing God (1997)* has a runtime of 94 minutes.
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About Playing God (1997) — A Disgraced Surgeon's Dangerous Descent into LA's Underworld
Directed by Andy Wilson, *Playing God (1997)* plunges viewers into the gritty underbelly of Los Angeles as it follows disgraced surgeon Dr. Eugene Sands, stripped of his medical license after a career-ending mistake. Cast adrift from his once-prestigious life, Sands crosses paths with Raymond Blossom, a notorious counterfeiter who offers him a dangerous new role as a "gun-shot doctor" servicing criminals who can't risk hospital visits. As Sands delves deeper into this criminal world, he becomes entangled with Blossom's seductive girlfriend, setting off a chain of moral dilemmas and explosive confrontations.
At its core, *Playing God (1997)* explores themes of redemption, corruption, and the blurred lines between healing and harming. With a tense, moody atmosphere and sharp performances from David Duchovny, Timothy Hutton, and Angelina Jolie, this crime thriller blends drama and action into a compelling narrative about the choices that define us.