
Stumped
Robin Berghaus, 72 minutes,
Documentary, in English, 2017
When filmmaker Will
Lautzenheiser’s limbs are amputated, his life is derailed and he
turns to stand-up comedy as therapy. Meanwhile, a world-famous
medical team is performing transplants that restore bodies to
unprecedented levels. Despite grave risks, Will agrees to undergo an
experimental double-arm transplant in the hope of reclaiming his
independence.
“Stumped” has won Best Film
at Cleveland International Film Festival and Best Feature
Documentary at Rhode Island International Film Festival. It was
screened at Palm Springs International Film Festival, Tallgrass Film
Festival and Frameline Film Festival.
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