Thanks for the Hands
An idealistic surgeon gives a mutilated prisoner a new set of hands
but soon wishes he hadn't when he learns of the man's macabre compulsion.
James Austin McCormick's "Thanks for the Hands" brims with a quiet simplicity that feels more present than its futuristic plot might indicate. And that's one of its greatest strengths.
From the moment we enter this world, we're greeted with the foreboding ambiance of a dark and sullen prison, and every word and gesture makes us want to know more...
Enter Dr. Wright. He's a man with a soft heart who brings a touch of brightness with his humor. He cares for the prisoners in a way no one else does here - Still seeing the human in men, even behind inhumane acts. He's a much needed contrast to the story and the surroundings.
When Dr. Wright meets the Prisoner, a mysterious man with an unknown past, the push and pull of their unique personalities is nothing short of magnetic.
This is a great script for a filmmaker who wants to tackle scenes with more shadows, for a grittier effect, and wants to delve into big concept sci fi without the budget that's needed for larger epics.