Project Detail

Meeting Michael

Synopsis

Michael Stern was injured at birth and is subsequently severely disabled. Despite his difficulties, and over fifty years of institutional care, Michael shines as a dignified and positive character.

Michael's brother provides an articulate and poignant backbone for Michael's story and investigating his state of happiness and quality of life.

Details

Year: 2010
Type of project: Shorts
Running time: 25 mins
Director: Gabrielle Levene
Producer: Peter Stern
Co-Producer: Peter Stern
Editor: Gabrielle Levene
Director of Photography: Gabrielle Levene
Sound: Gabrielle Levene
Composer: Gabrielle Levene

Genre

Woman Director Drama

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Blue Dragonfly Films

36 Greyhound Hill
London NW4 4JP
UK

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