The Illumination (2017)

Overview

When Gordon Gund went blind in 1970 at age 30 due to retinitis pigmentosa, he resolved to find a cure for the disease and created the Foundation Fighting Blindness. After decades of scientific research, a major breakthrough emerged, and this short film showcases the inspirational story of a 17-year-old Belgian boy who is a beneficiary of this work.

Cast

Gordon Gund

Himself

Lulie Gund

Herself

Yannick Duwe

Himself

Jean Bennett

Herself