Must-Watch: Powerful Trailer For The Documentary GLEASON
The first trailer has been released for an uplifting and powerful documentary called Gleason. I had the opportunity to watch this film at Sundance and it had an eye-opening, life-changing effect on me. It’s just one of those few films that are made that have the ability to inspire people to look at life differently and spark a positive change in attitude. It definitely inspired me to want to be a better person. Here’s the synopsis:
At the age of 34, Steve Gleason, former NFL defensive back and New Orleans hero, was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Doctors gave him two to five years to live. So that is what Steve chose to do: live. This film incorporates incredibly personal video journals from Gleason for his then-unborn son to footage of his globe-trotting adventures undertaken as part of his mission to live his life to the fullest. The film not only is about Gleason’s strength as an activist, but importantly as a husband and father. The film ultimately centers around the universal story of family relationships, especially between a father and son.
This is an excerpt from my review of the film:
For me, the movie resonated as a story about fathers and sons. Not only is Steve trying to help guide his own son through life with these videos he's made, but he is also using it as an opportunity to get closer with his own dad. The two don't always see eye to eye on things and there is a lot of tension and frustration between them, but they work through their differences and find common ground to form a stronger bond with each other.
This is such a powerful movie of hope and perseverance. It's hard to watch at times and it's incredibly sad, but it's also incredibly uplifting and shows you that there is some amazingly good positivity in the world.
Gleason will be released in theaters in the US on July 29. It’s definitely a film worth watching.