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The Illumination

Apr 6, 2017

0h 20m

★ 0.0

Overview

When Gordon Gund went blind in 1970 at age 30 due to retinitis pigmentosa, he resolved to find a cure for the disease and created the Foundation Fighting Blindness. After decades of scientific research, a major breakthrough emerged, and this short film showcases the inspirational story of a 17-year-old Belgian boy who is a beneficiary of this work.

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Documentary

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Gordon Gund

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Lulie Gund

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Yannick Duwe

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Jean Bennett

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The Illumination

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