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Sick: The Life and Death of Bob Flanagan, Supermasochist

Jan 24, 1997 · 1h 30m
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The story of Robert Flanagan, a man who was born with cystic fibrosis and told he wouldn't live past 20, who through a unique odyssey of masochism, art and love found a way to live decades past his expiration date.

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CAST

Bob Flanagan
Himself
Sheree Rose
Herself
Kirby Dick
Interviewer
Kathe Burkhart
Interviewer
Rita Valencia
Interviewer
Sarah Doucette
Herself
Richard Kopelle
Himself
Directed by Kirby Dick

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Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
$116,806
Production
Sick-the Life and Death of Bob Flanagan-Supermasochist
Country
US

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