Premiered: 2022
Synopsis
“I can’t sing. I can’t write. But, I can paint.”
The Art of Rebellion follows activist, street artist and single mother, Lydia Emily, as she defies a crippling progressive multiple sclerosis diagnosis threatening to take away her life and livelihood. Fighting against the unforgiving healthcare system while battling the symptoms sending her there, Lydia ties paintbrushes to her failing hands and creates large-scale works of creative resistance. Over time, the portrait painted of Lydia is of a tough, yet tender indomitable force of nature. Though plagued by hospital bills and buoyed by medication, Lydia is never silenced.
“The premise there is always hope, isn’t specific to MS. It’s good for your cancer, it’s good for your addiction, it’s good for your love, for your kids. Anything you want hope with, this mural should apply.”
Given access to healthcare in America is under significant sustained threat, The Art of Rebellion serves as a universal story highlighting an urgent need for universal health coverage, better treatment options, prevention, and support.
Credits
Libby Spears
Director, Producer & Cinematography
Abigail E. Disney, Suzanne Lafetra, Doug Blush
Executive Producers
Katy Wood
Executive Producer & Sound Editor
Amy Bench,
Daniel J. Clark, Chris G. Parkhurst
Cinematography
Sam Hook
Editor & Producer
Elisa Bonora
Editor
Old Maps
Original Music
Heather Guibert
Music Supervisor
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