John Q is a 2002 American thriller drama film starring Denzel Washington and directed by Nick Cassavetes.
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11 Facts About John Q
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John Q frees expectant couple Steve and Miriam and immigrant mother Rosa with her infant son, who all declare their support for John Q to the news crews outside.
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John Q speaks with Michael as his condition worsens, while a news crew hacks the police surveillance feed and broadcasts John Q's conversation with his family.
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John Q discovers the hacked news footage just as the sniper fires, wounding him in the shoulder.
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John Q reveals his intention to die by suicide to save Michael with his own heart, and reveals that his gun was empty all along.
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John Q persuades Turner to perform the operation, and Julie and security guard Max bear witness to John's impromptu will.
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John Q says his goodbyes to Michael, and prepares to end his own life using the only bullet he brought, when Denise brings news that the heart of a recently deceased organ donor – the motorist from the beginning of the film – is on the way.
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John Q, posing as a surgeon, accompanies Michael to the operating room where Grimes, who noticed the switch, allows him to watch Michael's operation before arresting him.
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Three months later, John Q's actions have sparked national debate about healthcare, and in court his family, friends and all the hostages testify on his behalf at trial.
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John Q is ultimately acquitted of attempted murder and armed criminal action, but convicted of kidnapping and false imprisonment.
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John Q's lawyer assures him that he will likely serve no more than two years.
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