Project Detail

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Synopsis

This film offers some insight into A -T ( Ataxia Telangiectasia ) a rare, genetic, neurodegenerative disease. The experience is not told by the medical profession, but those living with the condition on a daily basis.
Filmed during an activity weekend in 2015.

Details

Year
2016
Type of film
Shorts
Running time
10 mins 30 secs
Format
HD
Director
Sharon Woodward
Producer
William Davis
Editor
Sharon Woodward
Director of Photography
Sharon Woodward, Richard Dureiz , Leigh Rybak-Rajewski
Sound
Sharon Woodward
Music
AKM Music Ltd

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Production Status

Production Company

sharon@woodwardmedia.org

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