Accident
Synopsis
In 1973, a small plane crash left Pat Crawley as the sole survivor, leading him to reflect on life from a state of heightened awareness and acceptance.
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Synopsis
Pat Crawley lies in a hospital bed, reflecting on the 1973 plane crash that left him as the sole survivor. He describes the confusion surrounding the accident and his newfound state of awareness. Crawley shares how the experience altered his perception of life, likening it to a feeling of being perpetually stoned. Directed by Martin Duckworth and Crawley himself, "Accident" presents a personal account of survival and the shifts in consciousness that follow trauma.
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Why Watch
- See how a near-fatal accident reshapes personal identity.
- Find out what happens when a pilot confronts their fears.
- Meet individuals grappling with the aftermath of an aviation incident.
Did You Know
- Phil Martin compares polishing an aircraft to doing dishes.
- A stall occurs when an aircraft is pulled up and tips over before descending.
- One participant felt completely neutralized after the accident, realizing they had no life at all.
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What is a stall in aviation?
A stall occurs when an aircraft is pulled up and just before it completely loses lift, it tips over and descends.
What did the speaker realize while lying in the hospital bed?
The speaker realized they had zero life at all and were completely neutralized, reflecting on their existence.
What was the speaker's perspective on their personality after the accident?
The speaker felt that their personality and way of looking at things were as clean as they had ever been after the accident.
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