ER (TV Series) Of Past Regret and Future Fear (1998) User Reviews

"Of Past Regret and Future Fear", a memorable episode

[mackjay2 · 8/10 · 7 June 2016]

I had only seen this episode once, in first broadcast and had always remembered it, and seeing it again has not diminished its strength. A young security guard is accidentally doused with a highly toxic substance (hydrochloric acid). He is rushed to the ER, and soon told by Dr. Greene that he will die in a matter of hours. The actor Michael Rapaport gives an award-worthy performance, as he slowly realizes and begins to accept his fate. It's a powerful moment in a series full of powerful moments, but one that can really stick with you. A moment's mistake or carelessness can mean the end of everything, in very little time. Carol's efforts to bring the man's ex-wife and daughter in to see him are in vain, as grudges and anger won't loosen their grip. So the man dies while Carol reads back the letter he writes to his daughter. The rest of the plot lines, interesting though they are, pale in comparison to this small unforgettable story.

Of Past Regret and Future Fear (#4.20)

[ComedyFan2010 · 8/10 · 13 February 2015]

Ah what a great story it was with Michael Rapaport who is playing a dying man who wants to see his daughter and regrets never being there for her. It is does absolutely sad and shocking all the way. First how he so unexpectedly finds out that he is going to die by the end of the day. Also watching Carrol trying to get him his daughter but his ex refusing to let him see her. I honestly didn't care what he may have done, she was disgusting. Him dying while Carol read him the letter he dictated for his daughter was also very sad. This whole story very well shows the idea how it can be over any day and to not postpone what one wanted to do.

So Anna's boyfriend is here, I somehow don't think the story will end up very interesting, most likely very predictable, but lets hope I am wrong.