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Gleason

2016 • 1h50m Documentary

Rating

8.4/10

Popularity

4

At the age of 34, former New Orleans Saints defensive back Steve Gleason was diagnosed with ALS and given a life expectancy of two to five years. Weeks later, Gleason found out his wife, Michel, was expecting their first child. A video journal that began as a gift for his unborn son expands to chronicle Steve’s determination to get his relationships in order, build a foundation to provide other ALS patients with purpose, and adapt to his declining physical condition—utilizing medical technologies that offer the means to live as fully as possible.

Details

Director

J. Clay Tweel

Screenplay

J. Clay Tweel

Cast

Steve Gleason

Michel Gleason

Rivers Gleason

Release date

7/30/2016

Status

Released

Origin country

US

Vote count

55