You Don't Know Jack

The 2010 American biographical television film directed by Barry Levinson and written by Adam Mazer chronicles the life and work of pathologist Jack Kevorkian (Al Pacino), renowned for advocating the right of terminally ill patients to euthanasia. The film delves into his transition from witnessing patient suffering to actively assisting in their voluntary deaths using his self-designed "Mercitron" device. Kevorkian becomes a polarizing figure, earning the moniker "Dr. Death" in the media. He is supported by his sister Margo Janus (Brenda Vaccaro), longtime friend and medical technician Neal Nicol (John Goodman), and activist Janet Good (Susan Sarandon), founder of the eastern Michigan chapter of the Hemlock Society. Despite multiple legal battles, Kevorkian persists in his mission, ultimately leading to his conviction for second-degree murder and subsequent imprisonment. The film received critical acclaim, with Al Pacino earning Emmy, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild awards for his portrayal of Kevorkian.