It is wonderful and will go a long way to get our stories out there. What is especially important is that they showed clear positive progress in several patients over time. Excellent transitions through the treatment progress. The good docs were portrayed as "heros", which they are, and the bad docs were portrayed almost like the fools that they are.
I am especially intrigued by the MD, PhD who has equipment in his basement and has made significant discoveries about the persistence of Lyme.
Excellent reviews from me ... we need to get this out there.
Great job Open Eye Pictures!
Posted by stella marie (Member # 7216) on :
Hi Connie,
Where did you see the film, NY? I spoke w/ Dr. J recently and he stated he's in the film quite a bit.
Can't wait to view it myself. Thanks for the report!
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Can't wait to see it myself!!
Posted by tdtid (Member # 10276) on :
I too saw it in NY and brought home the "play only" version on DVD.
Stella, I'm not sure which Dr. J are you are referring to as being in it since yes, Dr. J that use to be in N.C. but now in S.C. is in it and was sitting one row back from us and to the left.
If you are talking about Dr. J in CT, he too was in it and he was sitting on the other side and closer up. It was WONDERFUL seeing so many of the LLMD's I'd only been reading about.
They have quite a few featured in this documentary and yes, as Connie said, they really make the ISDA doctors look pretty darn foolish with their statements and then the way they are backed up scientifically. There are two in particular from the panel that we all know the names of well here that were nauseating.
Connie, as far as the Pathologist you are discussing, yes, my LLMD feels for sure that when this breaks open, he is going to have some MAJOR credit going his direction. He's an amazing man.
This documentary is amazing and I can't wait for it to become available in more areas or more publically so more people will be able to view it. It will make you laugh in sections and others will make you cry. VERY well done.
Cathy
Posted by ConnieMc (Member # 191) on :
Actually, someone involved, better not name this person yet because I am not sure if I should, sent me a copy of it. No, and I don't mean an illegal copy. Apparently, this person was able to get multiple copies due to their involvement in the film.
Very powerful, and tear-jerking at times. My husband watched it with me. We both commented on just how similar Lyme cases are ... there may be degrees of differences in frequency of symptoms, severity of symptoms, but for the most part, they are so much alike. Some are hit harder than others.
I consider myself one of the lucky ones ... I have been able to proceed on with my life. It isn't always easy, and I will be fighting this demon for the rest of my life. But I owe it all to one of the LLMDs in the film. He has lost everything for what he believes in.
Can't wait for everyone to be able to see it! Everyone! When it does come out, buy a copy and show it to everyone you can.
Posted by ConnieMc (Member # 191) on :
Cathy,
Any clue at all how this will be distributed? I assume and HOPE they have hired someone extremely competent to get this in the right hands for wide distribution. Satelite/cable, like Discovery Health, Discovery, HBO etc?
Thanks. Cannot wait till the word gets out!
Posted by Lymejul25 (Member # 9564) on :
I saw this film this past weekend, and I was moved to tears. It was an emotional film, and I am so glad that Dr. R. and Dr. H. were interviewed (two LLMDs I have been to, and really liked). The filmmaker was in attendance, and I thanked him for such a powerful film.
I also wrote a letter to my area paper, praising the theater for showing the film, but to advertise it a lot more, so if they show it again, more people in the area will show up.
You can actually buy the film on Underourskin.com/dvd, although, granted, it is the "vanilla version", with no extras. I think it is worth it though. It is about $34.
The researcher in the film, MacDonald.. he definitely deserves our respect and blessings.. may he keep on doing what he is doing. I believe his research to be invaluable.
--Julie
Posted by tdtid (Member # 10276) on :
Connie,
After the viewing of the Documentary in NYC, they had a question and answer session. They brought up a large percentage of the lyme patients that are featured in the film as well.
In any case, one of the questions asked was HOW this film was going to be distributed, but as of the 12th, they were not sure. Basically it was said that they are weighing their options.
I think most of us are hoping it will be someplace that will have a large percentage of people being able to view it. Anyone that has lived this disease will definitely be moved by it and it's REALITY!!!!!
I'm sure someone will be posting here as soon as it's decided as to how it will be distrubuted, whether by HBO, Discovery Channel, selected theatres or however. But as of the 12th, they had no answers.
Cathy
Posted by Geneal (Member # 10375) on :
Will this be on DVD for purchase?
I sure would like to purchase it, since I am sure that won't be playing in Louisiana.
Hugs,
Geneal
Posted by tdtid (Member # 10276) on :
At this time, the only version they have out is a "play only" DVD. Basically what that is is the Documentary ONLY. It's what they showed us in NY. The completed Documentary but none of the menu's or extras that they say will be included when it offically comes out.
I think they are waiting on doing the official DVD until after they know how they are going to market or show this film.
In the mean time, if you are just looking to see the Documentary only, it is available for purchase on their website. It says it takes 2 to 4 weeks for delivery, but since I got mine at the event, I can't comment on if it's closer to the two or the four weeks.
It's definitely worth it though and I don't believe you will be disappointed if you purchase it. It validates all the things we try to tell everyone we know but yet they just shake their heads and don't understand.
Cathy
Posted by stella marie (Member # 7216) on :
tdtid,
The doc in SC.
Thanks for the intel, Connie and tdtid.
Posted by inseattle (Member # 12743) on :
Where on their website can you buy a DVD? I couldn't find it.
Thanks, Kate
Posted by Gert (Member # 13584) on :
I just bought the DVD, however, it is called the "vanilla version" whatever that is suppose to mean. I don't think this version has the menu at the beginning.
Also, this DVD will run you about $40
The price is steep so I was wondering if any of the proceeds will go to LD research?
Not sure we are allowed to post links so I will say the DVD is available at Open Eye Pictures ______________________________
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PRE-ORDER: "VANILLA VERSION" DVD AVAILABLE IN JUNE! Please note we are not "officially" releasing the DVD until we have secured broadcast and/or theatrical distribution.
Posted by tdtid (Member # 10276) on :
Kate,
There are three options on ways to buy the DVD. I believe these are still all the "play only" versions which means it won't have any of the special features or menu's, etc.
What I got at the showing was nothing but the documentary but it is SOOO good that I don't think you will be disappointed with it.
wow, to buy on site for DOCUMENTARY ONLY....no extras $ 95 vs $ 30 what you paid at premiers!! Posted by tdtid (Member # 10276) on :
Betty,
Yes, at the NYC showing sponsored by Turn the Corner, we were only offered the $30.00 version which was for "home use". They said that there would be a newer DVD coming out and it would cost the same.
Basically this was for those that "just couldn't wait". After seeing this documentary, I was so deeply moved that I did want a copy to show family and friends that "just don't get it".
But yes, I can certainly understand wanting to wait for the REAL DVD to come out if you hadn't already seen it. I think when you do see it Better, you will be very impressed.
Cathy
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
.. editing; i just copied this to activism to kris kraft who works w/director andy wilson to get an answer on this!
cathy,
the site is showing SAME ONE YOU ALL GOT FOR $95 ... no extras on it.
in my opinion, that's not right! would have been nice if WE LYME PATIENTS could have all been offered the $30 offer!
that's my opinion, and i'm sticking to it! Posted by tdtid (Member # 10276) on :
Posted over on Activism where I saw this note first.
Betty, you are looking at the Community pricing which is if you want to show it to non profit groups or something like your Lyme support group.
Go down and check the "Home Version" which is what I have and for your personal use only.
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