People remember when Regan was shot but many don't know the White House press secretary was also shot and sustained a brain injury leaving him paralyzed and with brain damage. This is one of those great made for TV movies that brings to life real events everyone should know about.

Anyone who opposes background checks on firearms purchases should watch this movie.

Beau Bridges dies a great job showing all the physical and emotional struggles of rehabilitation. Joan Allen plays his wife. The details are touching and sad. He was witty and astute.

Not that much about the Brady Bill till the end. Nor that much about the assassin either. But it does show the effect of easy gun access on the innocent victim and his family.

I loved the Sunday afternoon Tea Dances at this Hilton back in the day. I was there a few days prior to the shooting, having a wonderful time dancing to Big Bands and then this occurred. I could not fathom yet another President's life in the balance, recalling that fateful day in 1963. I was not familiar with James Brady and his career trajectory. All I knew was immense sympathy for someone called "Bear" who mesmerized the press and was Ronnie's right hand man. What a tragedy and ensuing impact on this lovely family. Beau did a righteous job portraying the enormous challenge faced by victims of gun violence, stroke, heart attack, accidents, etc. He was imprisioned not by the hospital staff but by his brain function. He could still remember his finer hours and then know they were his last. However, the path one selects in this life can be extremely difficult and unpredictable, no matter the dedication and hard work. He and his wife helped pass the bill carrying his name and he should be proud of that legislation. It would never have occurred on his watch without Hinckley. HIgh recommend for those who were there during these events and for all who are affected by gun violence. I am pro self-protection but when you see this type of violence at an unprecedented level now, what options remain? Sad commentary.