I Remember Me

Description

Fueled by the same rage at an unresponsive system that has inspired many a great social documentary, filmmaker Kim Snyder has taken up the fight for the more than 800,000 people living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) in the U.S. today. CFS has recently received much high-profile media discussion due to SEABISCUIT author Laura Hillenbrand's longtime battle with the disease. Investigating the baffling malady once maligned as "yuppie flu," Snyder interweaves her own four-year battle with the disease with the stories of others facing the same challenges; soccer star Michelle Akers and legendary Hollywood director Blake Edwards (BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY's, THE PINK PANTHER) are among the participants. More than an account of an epidemic unfolding, I REMEMBER ME speaks to universal themes of loss, human perseverance and the difficulties in grappling with uncertainty.

Customer Reviews:

I also remember me.......2007-05-24

I became aware of this documentary at a CFIDS conference I recently attended. I rented it immediately, and for the first time since I was diagnosed with CFIDS (about 3 months ago), I didn't feel alone. I had my mother watch it, and it helped her understand what I have been going through. I will be lending it to my family and friends, as it explains my new life better than I can. I highly recommend this documentary to anyone who is suffering from CFIDS or has a loved one with this misunderstood illness.

I Remember Me Indeed!.......2006-09-21

This film conveys the frustration, confusion, the pain of no support that every person who suffers from CFS experiences. It does it in a unique way that finally gives outsiders an intimate view of the life of CFS. It shows the range of affliction and suffering. Bravo, a fabulous tribute to all who have CFS.

walk a foot or so in someone elses shoes.......2003-06-27

It is very hard to understand CFS from the outside looking in, but this is a good way to begin. Unlike books, the emotions that accompany this illness are expressed in such a way as to vibrate all the way into your soul.

I should make a technical note. The use of camera angles and shake may come off as gimicky. As a photojournalist I have no problem with the methods employed, but from my stand point as an editor whatever method you use, it has to work.

The only one........2002-11-04

How happy I was to find this most important documentary on CFIDS. I felt so grateful to Kim Snyder for making this film which, not only let me know I am not alone but, gave me a very good visual tool to educate my family,friends and colleagues who really don't get it. My husband and I were particularly struck by the testimony of one family member who related that, unless you live with a CFIDS sufferer you really have no idea. The fact is that people only see us when we are having a good day and can get out of bed through the miracle of chemistry. This is a must have film for all CFIDS sufferers. Buy two! One for you and one to lend out. I only wish there were more than one film on this subject and that it were easier to find.

Best video to introduce CFIDS.......2002-10-17

This video documents the history of CFIDS as seen throught the eyes of someone with the illness. A great video for anyone with CFIDS to acknowledge others with the same symptoms and problems. A great video for friends and family of CFIDS patients, a brief overview of the illness. Fantastic for those who don't know what it is to suffer with this illness.

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