Performance artist Bob Flanagan suffered from cystic fibrosis throughout his 42 years. This disturbing, poignant, and disarmingly funny documentary examines his odyssey to have control over his body through inflicting pain on himself. Through private moments captured on camera, his performances, and direct conversations with Flanagan himself, we learn of his painful fight against his affliction, the creative and disturbing things he does to his ailing body, and the importance of his long-term relationship with his dominatrix/partner, Sheree Rose. Kirby Dick's acclaimed documentary superbly sidesteps the '"reakshow" mentality by presenting the story of someone who lived a life far outside of conventionality in an exceptionally human manner. This film is for non-squeamish, mature audiences.
DVD Features:
Region 1
Keep Case
Full Frame - 1.33
Audio:
Dolby Digital Stereo - English
Subject
Bob Flanagan: American performance artist/ Masochist
Review 1:
"...The stark, graphic, yet serene final images show us that death can be a release and a liberation..."
Source: Movieline's Hollywood Life
p.51
Review 2:
"...This groundbreaking documentary glimpses more uncomfortable truths about the human condition than you will find in a dozen other films..."
Source: New York Times
p.E24 11/07/1997
Review 3:
"...SICK is an important film....A fine tribute..."
Source: Sight and Sound
p.48 02/01/1998
Review 4:
"...Bob Flanagan was a wry, witty, funny man who saw the irony of his own situation..."
Source: Chicago Sun-Times
p.37 12/05/1997
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