A skate blade severed Clint Malarchuk's carotid artery during a 1989 NHL game, leading to a rapid physical recovery and ongoing mental health challenges.
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A skate blade severed Clint Malarchuk's carotid artery during a 1989 NHL game, leading to a rapid physical recovery and ongoing mental health challenges.
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Synopsis
Clint Malarchuk, a former NHL goalie, suffered a severe injury during a game in 1989 when a skate blade cut his carotid artery. Raised in rural Alberta, Canada, he struggled with obsessive-compulsive disorder throughout his hockey career. Cutthroat focuses on the aftermath of his injury, detailing his swift physical recovery and the ongoing mental health challenges he faced. The film illustrates Malarchuk's efforts to reshape his identity following the traumatic event.
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Why Watch
- See Clint Malarchuk's recovery after a severe injury.
- Meet the 'Cowboy Goalie' and his unique story.
- Find out about Malarchuk's battle with OCD.
Did You Know
- Clint Malarchuk's injury occurred during a game in 1989.
- He grew up in rural Alberta, Canada.
- Malarchuk was known as the 'Cowboy Goalie' during his NHL career.
- The documentary has a runtime of 11 minutes.
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What injury did Clint Malarchuk sustain during a hockey game?
Clint Malarchuk sustained a severed carotid artery from a skate blade during a 1989 game.
What mental health condition did Clint Malarchuk struggle with?
Clint Malarchuk battled severe obsessive-compulsive disorder while pursuing his hockey career.
Who directed the documentary 'Cutthroat'?
The documentary 'Cutthroat' was directed by Steven Cantor.
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