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201178 minGdocumentary

Never Make It Home

201178 minGdocumentary

With only two months to live, Kirk Rundstrom booked a tour after being diagnosed with terminal cancer in 2006.

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G.J. Echternkamp

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With only two months to live, Kirk Rundstrom booked a tour after being diagnosed with terminal cancer in 2006.

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G.J. Echternkamp

G.J. Echternkampdirector

Kirk Rundstromcast

Wayne Gottstinecast

Eric Mardiscast

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Kirk Rundstrom, a musician, faced a terminal cancer diagnosis in 2006 after a decade of touring with his band. With two months remaining, he planned a final tour. The documentary follows Rundstrom as he travels to perform, reflecting on his life and legacy. Directed by G.J. Echternkamp, the film spans 78 minutes and captures the challenges and emotions of his last shows.

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