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201252 minGdocumentary

Acrobat

201252 minGdocumentary

A circus accident left Fabrice Champion paralyzed from the neck down, yet he remains determined to return to performing.

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A circus accident left Fabrice Champion paralyzed from the neck down, yet he remains determined to return to performing.

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Olivier Meyroudirector

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Fabrice Champion performs trapeze acts with Cirque du Soleil. After a circus accident, he becomes paralyzed from the neck down. Despite the injury, he sets a goal to return to performing. Fabricating a unique rehabilitation program, he trains tirelessly. Champion faces physical challenges and mental barriers as he prepares for his comeback to the big top. With determination, he strives to regain his place among fellow artists in the circus.

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