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So Much So Fast follows Stephen Heywood, who at 29 is diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The film captures five years of his life as he navigates the realities of his condition while striving to maintain a sense of normalcy. Stephen marries, has a son, and undertakes the renovation of two houses, reflecting on the fragility of life alongside his wife, Wendy.
The documentary also shows the family's struggle against pharmaceutical companies that neglect ALS due to low profit margins for cures. Stephen's brother, Jamie Heywood, establishes the ALS Therapy Development Foundation to expedite research for a cure, showcasing the family's proactive approach to a devastating diagnosis.
Why Watch
- •Meet Stephen Heywood and his family.
- •Follow Jamie Heywood's fight for ALS research.
- •See the impact of ALS on daily life.
Did You Know
•Stephen Heywood was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 29.
•The film won the Audience Award at the Boston Independent Film Festival.
•Jamie Heywood created the ALS Therapy Development Foundation to find a cure.
Perfect For
ALS awarenessFamily dynamicsMedical research