Films Changing the World: Unrest

Showings

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Sat, Oct 7, 2017 6:00 PM
Film Info
Runtime:97 min
Country Listing:UK
USA
Copyright:2017
Rating:Not yet rated (STC)
Cast/Crew Info
Director(s):Jennifer Brea

Description

Films Changing the World: Must-see docs revealing staggering new perspectives and stories.

Happily married Journalist and Harvard PhD candidate Jennifer Brea was on top of the world—until she started showing symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Soon, she was bedridden with no diagnosis and without a medical professional who offered any hope. Jennifer turned to the internet, only to find others just like her and discover that this was a global epidemic neglected by the medical community. Follow along her journey to find a cure while she connects with a network of others with CFS. Bravely directed by herself, Brea’s film is powerful and inspiring, effectively raising awareness about this mysterious disease.

Director Jennifer Brea will join us for a post-screening discussion via Skype.

Additional Information


“Vital, emotionally moving call to action.” – Toronto Film Scene

“Orchestrating heightened awareness.” – Variety

“Captivating look at a harrowing condition.” – In the Seats