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The Illumination
Documentary

THE ILLUMINATION

20170h 20m

Directed by Tom Scott

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When Gordon Gund went blind in 1970 at age 30 due to retinitis pigmentosa, he resolved to find a cure for the disease and created the Foundation Fighting Blindness. After decades of scientific research, a major breakthrough emerged, and this short film showcases the inspirational story of a 17-year-old Belgian boy who is a beneficiary of this work.

Cast

Gordon Gund

Gordon Gund

Himself

Lulie Gund

Lulie Gund

Herself

Yannick Duwe

Yannick Duwe

Himself

Jean Bennett

Jean Bennett

Herself

Movie Vibe

Suspense5
Emotion5
Complexity5.8
Humor5.8
Realism8.2
Action5.4
Darkness5

Who would enjoy this

Recommended for

  • people who enjoy learning through film

May not appeal to

  • those seeking nonstop action
  • those looking for narrative fiction

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