About Without Warning: The James Brady Story

"Without Warning: The James Brady Story" is a 1991 movie directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno. The movie is based on James Brady, Ronald Reagan's Press Secretary who was wounded during an assassination attempt on Reagan in 1981. The film explores his recovery process, his relationship with his family, and his advocacy for gun control after the incident.

Making / Production

The film was produced by HBO, with the screenplay by Robert Bolt and teleplay by Gail Morgan Hickman. It was shot primarily in the United States. The film portrays Brady's struggle post the incident and his fight to gain control over his life back.

Actors

• Beau Bridges played the role of 'James Brady'. He portrayed the brave and tenacious James Brady who faced physical and emotional traumas with determination.
• Joan Allen played 'Sarah Brady', James's wife. She depicted a supportive wife who helped her husband recover from a life-changing incident.
• David Strathairn as 'Dr. Art Kobrine', the neurosurgeon overseeing Brady's recovery, demonstrating the medical challenges Brady faced.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film is based on the real-life incident and recovery of James Brady, former Press Secretary to Ronald Reagan.
• The title of the film 'Without Warning' is reflective of the sudden and unexpected event that changed Brady's life.

Awards

'Without Warning: The James Brady Story' has won numerous accolades. Notably, Beau Bridges won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film, for his outstanding portrayal of James Brady.

Quotes

• James Brady: "Life is like riding a bicycle. If you want to keep your balance, you've got to keep moving."
• Sarah Brady: "We can't change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the hand."

Music, Soundtrack

The film's score was composed by Laurence Rosenthal, who provided a moving background to the deeply emotional story. Unfortunately, a soundtrack was not released for this movie.