The Illumination (2017)

2017 · 20 min · Documentary

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.

Directed by Tom Scott

Cast

• Gordon Gund as Himself
• Lulie Gund as Herself
• Yannick Duwe as Himself
• Jean Bennett as Herself

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