The Cure

A heartfelt journey of friendship and hope against the backdrop of a devastating illness.

Critics broadly praised the warm, layered performances and affecting friendship drama while finding the latter plot increasingly predictable, implausible, and manipulative.

• Erik and Dexter's friendship develops as Dexter's AIDS progresses and the boys confront the possibility of death.
• The boys travel down the Mississippi River toward New Orleans seeking a doctor who might help Dexter.
• Dexter's condition shapes how adults respond to him, while Erik's loyalty challenges fear and disapproval.
• The film combines warmth, humor, wistfulness, and intense grief through the boys' relationship.

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Director

Peter Horton

Release Date

1995-04-21

Runtime

97 min

Rating

7.9 / 10 (377)

What is The Cure about?

Two boys forge an extraordinary friendship and risk everything on a river journey as one confronts the realities of AIDS.

What is The Cure like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of The Cure as measured, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as easy to follow.

Is The Cure violent?

Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in The Cure as mild.

What did critics think of The Cure?

Critics broadly praised the warm, layered performances and affecting friendship drama while finding the latter plot increasingly predictable, implausible, and manipulative.

Which films are like The Cure?

Films with a similar feel include My Girl, The Bucket List, Stand by Me, and A Walk to Remember.

How long is The Cure?

The Cure runs 97 minutes.

Where can I watch The Cure?

In United States, The Cure streams on YouTube Free.