Agency: Boston Cares

Description: Join Boston Cares for a free screening of D tour, award winning film by breakthrough director Jim Granato.



Jim describes his documentary as "a rock 'n' roll film about life, death and bodily functions." D tour, will chronicle musician Pat Spurgeon’s search for a living organ donor and the challenges associated with finding a viable match. Pat’s choice to keep touring and working toward the band’s goals is put to the test; the absolute need to perform dialysis daily and to focus on his health became top priority while being on the road. D tour will also address issues with the health care system, the lack of affordable insurance, the importance of organ donation, plus much more.

This event is part of PBS' Emmy winning series Independent Lens, a new monthly film series hosted in partnership with Boston Cares, WGBH, and ITVS Community Cinema. The Independent Lens series offers preview screenings of films covering a range of current social issues and intended to connect communities with organizations, information, and the opportunity to get involved.

This screening is free and open to the public. You do not have to be a member of Boston Cares to attend.

Join us immediately after the film for a panel discussion with living donor Denise Daley and heart recipient/inspirational story Richard Gates from the New England Organ Bank.To learn more about Richard's amazing journey check out:

http://www.tourdesecondchance.com/Gates/Home.html

And click here to watch the official trailer of D tour!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7_fVOEA4hY

This project is approved for volunteers with the following restrictions: Allow Pending Members

Impact Areas: Citizen Action/Academy: Issue Education, Community Enrichment

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