Gleason (2016)

  • R
  • 01/23/2016 (US)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 50m

Overview

At the age of 34, former New Orleans Saints defensive back Steve Gleason was diagnosed with ALS and given a life expectancy of two to five years. Weeks later, Gleason found out his wife, Michel, was expecting their first child. A video journal that began as a gift for his unborn son expands to chronicle Steve’s determination to get his relationships in order, build a foundation to provide other ALS patients with purpose, and adapt to his declining physical condition—utilizing medical technologies that offer the means to live as fully as possible.

J. Clay Tweel

Director, Writer

Cast

Steve Gleason's headshot

Steve Gleason

Self
Michel Gleason's headshot

Michel Gleason

Self
Rivers Gleason's headshot

Rivers Gleason

Self
Paul Varisco's headshot

Paul Varisco

Self
Blair Casey's headshot

Blair Casey

Self
Scott Fujita's headshot

Scott Fujita

Self
Drew Brees's headshot

Drew Brees

Self
Eddie Vedder's headshot

Eddie Vedder

Self

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