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My Name Is Bill W. (1989)

Rate: 4
Viewed: 2/10

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2/10: My Name Is Bill W. is a decent film about how Bill Wilson co-founded the Alcoholic Anonymous (AA) with Dr. Bob Smith.

But the real story is more compelling than what's presented in the film. That's why I was surprised to learn additional stuff when I looked it up on the Internet.

James Woods is excellent as usual, but his performance is ultimately hampered by the weak, inept direction. JoBeth Williams is terrible while James Garner is okay. Gary Sinise inexplicitly disappears during the middle.

All in all, My Name Is Bill W. is a good start to learn how Alcoholic Anonymous was founded.