Joined: The Secret Life of Siamese Twins
Brief Synopsis
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Documentary that examines the lives of conjoined twins, the different types of twins, how they are formed, and how doctors help them lead normal lives.
The first part introduces viewers to Allison and David Lawler, a young couple expecting twins who will be joined at the heart; Josie Lewis, a woman
Cast & Crew
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Allison Lawler
David Lawler
Josie Lewis
Dasha Krivoshlyapova
Masha Krivoshlyapova
Lucy Namangura
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2002
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
Synopsis
Documentary that examines the lives of conjoined twins, the different types of twins, how they are formed, and how doctors help them lead normal lives. The first part introduces viewers to Allison and David Lawler, a young couple expecting twins who will be joined at the heart; Josie Lewis, a woman whose twin girls are joined at the heart; and Masha and Dasha Krivoshlyapova, the world's oldest conjoined twins at 51 years of age. The second part examines the topic of separation. The program features Lucy Namangura, a woman from Tanzania who is trying to determine if separation is best for her twin girls; and Lori and Reba Schappell, twins who are joined at the head.
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2002
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
