Disabled: A Love Story

Jan 1, 2024

0h 13m

★ 0.0

In Sickness and in Health

Overview

“Disabled: A Love Story” is an animated documentary exploring the affect Multiple sclerosis (MS) has had on Terry and her husband/caregiver, Jon. Beginning with the diagnosis and continuing through their +35 year marriage, Terry struggles to continue working as a city planner and teaching while losing her mobility. Jon works as a writer, and together they learn to adapt to each stage of the disease while maintaining their relationship.

Genres

Documentary

Animation

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Cast

Herself

Terry Szold

Himself

Jon Fain

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Disabled: A Love Story

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