Specifically aimed at men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer (four million annually in the U.S. alone), The Men's Club offers frank, detailed, up-to-date information about the disease and various forms of treatment, as well as advice on available support mechanisms. Written, directed, and hosted by the articulate and affable Rocky Galgano (himself a survivor of prostate cancer), The Men's Club features segments devoted to treatment options including surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, cryotherapy, hormonal treatment, watchful waiting, integrative treatments, and alternative medicine. Ultimately, the information here will help patients ask the right questions of their doctors before deciding on which approach to choose, and also assist them in recovering from the understandable psychological trauma stemming from the initial diagnosis, and move towards a more positive frame of mind. The topical chapters are separated by collages identifying famous personalities—most successfully treated for prostate cancer—but, unfortunately, names are occasionally misspelled, and obvious mistakes appear in the final credits (such as a reference to “Howdy Duty Time”). Even so, The Men's Club will serve as a valuable resource for those facing a difficult situation. DVD extras include a pair of brief introductions by Galgano, two commercials dealing with treatment options, and another from Pfizer about the benefits of Viagra for those who experience impotence after treatment. Recommended. Aud: P. (F. Swietek)
The Men's Club
(2007) 139 min. DVD: $19.95. 2nd Star Films. PPR. Volume 23, Issue 6
The Men's Club
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