The Power Of Two – Premieres Summer 2011
“The Power of Two” is a documentary film about cystic fibrosis (CF) and organ transplantation. It offers an intimate portrayal of the bond between half-Japanese twin sisters Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes, their lifelong battle with CF, survival through miraculous bilateral lung transplants, and improbable emergence as authors, athletes and global advocates for organ donation. The film was directed by Academy Award nominated producer, Marc Smolowitz (“The Weather Underground” and “Trembling Before G-d”).
Featuring expert interviews, archival footage and deeply personal testimony from the twins and others whose lives have been impacted by cystic fibrosis and organ transplantation from the U.S. and Japan, the film provides unprecedented insight into the personal, cultural and societal aspects of the illness journey and the modern medical miracle of transplantation. Without question, “The Power of Two” provides hope and inspiration through powerful personal stories of patients. This film will educate and enlighten viewers about living with chronic illness, patient advocacy, and cultural influences on health care access.
Watch the trailer for the movie here: http://www.thepoweroftwomovie.com/watch-the-trailer/.
“The Power of Two”, in partnership with the United States Adult Cystic Fibrosis Association (USACFA), is proud to announce the release of this feature documentary film in five cities across the United States – San Francisco, CA (Sept. 10); Richmond, VA (Sept.13); Washington, DC (Sept.15); New York, NY(TBA); and Los Angeles, CA (TBA). Be among the first to experience the feature documentary film on the big screen in these major US cities! Check out the website for additional Fall/Winter screenings across the United States: www.thepoweroftwomovie.com.
Please spread the word to your friends, colleagues and community about this unique opportunity to see this one-of-a-kind, life-affirming film in these locations! We hope to see you there!
New Column coming soon to CF Roundtable.
Our editors received many letters from people telling us how much they have enjoyed our old column, Unplugged, where they could read about others dealing with CF. In an effort to continue to meet that need, we will be replacing the old column soon by launching a new column in our newsletter, called, In The Spotlight. In the Spotlight will be similar to the previous column where interviewees will answer questions and provide a window into their lives.
We will be interviewing interested people with CF and sometimes their caregivers, family members and medical staff, on an ongoing basis. Currently we are looking for people to let us know whether they are interested in participating. The column, In the Spotlight, will be edited by Jeanie Hanley and Andrea Eisenman. You may contact them by email. Jeanie Hanley at: jhanley@usacfa.org or Andrea Eisenman at: aeisenman@usacfa.org
Please email us with your contact information–email and phone number. Looking forward to hearing from you!
