Sick: The Life and Death of Bob Flanagan, Supermasochist

Sick: The Life and Death of Bob Flanagan, Supermasochist

7.1

28 votes

January 24, 1997

1h 30m

Documentary

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.

Directed by

Kirby Dick

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Cast

B
Bob Flanagan
Himself
S
Sheree Rose
Herself
Kirby Dick
Kirby Dick
Interviewer
K
Kathe Burkhart
Interviewer
R
Rita Valencia
Interviewer
S
Sarah Doucette
Herself
R
Richard Kopelle
Himself

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