The Ataxian

2015 • 73 minut

O tomto filmu

The Ataxian examines the life of Kyle Bryant, a man diagnosed with the fatal progressive neuro-muscular disorder, Friedreich’s ataxia. Despite being unable to walk, Kyle, along with a team of friends, attempt the most grueling bicycle race in the world—The Race Across America. Kyle’s determination and unbreakable spirit carry them through sweeping landscapes and a life-changing cross-country trip.

Hodnocení a recenze

My wife also has Friedreich's Ataxia. She was given the opportunity to attend a private screening of this film for people afflicted with this disease and I was very lucky to be able to attend with her. We met Kyle and some other folks involved with the film and with the Freidreich's Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) and they were wonderful. This story is truly inspirational without the film. Being able to see it on screen was truly captivating. This is a story that deserves to be heard.

After watching this documentary I felt like I could do anything! Kyle and Sean and their team biking across the country was inspiring, heartwarming and full of laughs. This movie brings you into the life of Kyle and Sean, and others who have Friedreich's ataxia (FA), a rare genetic disease. It shows that while the disease is severe and devastating physically, it certainly does not affect the spirit, the hope and and heart. One of my favorite moments is when Kyle sits down on the sidewalk next to a child with FA, and the way the child looks at him and his expression just seems to say "One day I too could bike across the country." Highly recommend!!

I loved this film! It shows what it took to ride the hardest bike ride in the world- let alone with a life-threatening/life-shortening neuromuscular disease, Friedrich's Ataxia (FA)! and how to do it with humor and heart! The imagery is great and the story (and stories within the film of families dealing with FA) are both heart-wrenching and inspirational. I love it that Kyle and Sean have gone on to make a great podcast called 2DisabledDudes -- they teach us in this film (and each day) how to live while we have life. I can't wait to share this film with everyone I know! THERE IS ALWAYS HOPE. Keep riding strong, everyone! We can fund a CURE!