You Don't Have to Die
Brief Synopsis
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A documentary about Jason Gaes, a ten-year-old boy who successfully battled cancer and wrote a book about his experience, encouraging other young victims to fight the disease. Included is an animated version of the book, and footage of Gaes receiving the American Cancer Society's Courage Award from
Cast & Crew
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Malcolm Clarke
Director
Jason Gaes
John Canemaker
Animator
Malcolm Clarke
Co-Producer
Michel Colombier
Music ("Emmanuel")
William Guttentag
Producer
Film Details
Also Known As
Kids With Cansur by Jason Gaes, You Don't Always Have to Die
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1988
Production Company
Filmworks; Tiger Rose Productions
Technical Specs
Duration
30m
Synopsis
A documentary about Jason Gaes, a ten-year-old boy who successfully battled cancer and wrote a book about his experience, encouraging other young victims to fight the disease. Included is an animated version of the book, and footage of Gaes receiving the American Cancer Society's Courage Award from President Ronald Reagan.
Director
Malcolm Clarke
Director
Cast
Jason Gaes
Film Details
Also Known As
Kids With Cansur by Jason Gaes, You Don't Always Have to Die
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1988
Production Company
Filmworks; Tiger Rose Productions
Technical Specs
Duration
30m
Award Wins
Best Documentary Short Subject
1988
