Fifty minutes of VHS footage recorded by Danny Ryder in the 1990s documents his personal battle with leukemia and reflections on life.
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Fifty minutes of VHS footage recorded by Danny Ryder in the 1990s documents his personal battle with leukemia and reflections on life.
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Danny Ryder, armed with a camcorder, documents his life after being diagnosed with leukemia in 1993. The film, directed by Aaron Zeghers and Lewis Bennett, compiles VHS footage Ryder recorded during his battle with the disease. It presents a candid portrayal of his experiences, blending humor and sorrow as he reflects on illness, mental health, and the search for meaning. Released in 2019, the documentary received a nomination for Best Canadian Documentary at the Vancouver Film Critics Circle Awards.
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Why Watch
- Meet Danny Ryder through his own VHS recordings.
- See a personal story of battling leukemia.
- Find out about the impact of personal archives.
Did You Know
- Danny Ryder recorded himself on VHS during the 1990s.
- The film has a runtime of 50 minutes.
- It was nominated for a Vancouver Film Critics Circle award in 2019.
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Who directed the documentary Danny?
Danny was directed by Aaron Zeghers and Lewis Bennett.
What is the runtime of the documentary Danny?
Danny has a duration of 50 minutes.
What award was Danny nominated for in 2019?
Danny received a nomination for Best Canadian Documentary at the Vancouver Film Critics Circle Awards 2019.
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