A Space in Time review – lyrical portrait of a family facing an incurable disorder

This poignant documentary about two young brothers with Duchenne muscular dystrophy celebrates the power of love and togethernessHere is a deeply personal documentary that raises awareness about a disability without neglecting the interiority of those living with the condition. Co-directed by Riccardo Servini and Nick Taussig, the film follows the Taussig family ’s experience of Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a genetic disorder that affects their young sons, Theo and Oscar.Duchenne is incurable and fatal. By the time Theo and Oscar are in their teens, they will be using wheelchairs full time; their 20s will come with ventilators. Throughout the film, Taussig gently explains these realities to his sons, with no sugarcoating. Satisfying children ’s curiosity has never been easy, and here the task is made even more difficult when science itself has yet to provide all answers.Continue reading...
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