In 2002, Jason Padgett was the victim of a vicious beating outside a karaoke bar in Tacoma, Washington. Upon regaining consciousness, Padgett’s sight was forever altered by a condition called acquired savant syndrome. The brain trauma opened his eyes to an entirely new world—one filled with patterns and strobes, like a stop-motion film. This is a fascinating story into the hidden power of the mind and one man’s inspiring tale of courage and personal triumph.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The Acquired Savant is a solid entry rated 7.0/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
Released in 2016, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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Jason Padgett
Self
Darold A. Treffert
Self
Berit Brogaard
Self
Meredith Laflesh
Self
Evgeny Krasnov
Jason (Karaoke)
Roger Wayne
Jason (Mugging)
Chris Carlson
Jason (Shut-in)
Evgeny Krasnov
Jason (School)
Mario Ficarra
Mugger 1
Zac Hoogendyk
Mugger 2
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