Sick: The Life and Death of Bob Flanagan, Supermasochist (1997)

  • NR
  • 01/24/1997 (US)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 30m

Overview

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.

Kirby Dick

Director

Cast

Bob Flanagan's headshot

Bob Flanagan

Himself
Sheree Rose's headshot

Sheree Rose

Herself
Kirby Dick's headshot

Kirby Dick

Interviewer
Kathe Burkhart's headshot

Kathe Burkhart

Interviewer
Rita Valencia's headshot

Rita Valencia

Interviewer
Sarah Doucette's headshot

Sarah Doucette

Herself
Richard Kopelle's headshot

Richard Kopelle

Himself

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