Oxygen The Old Man and His Bed
Biographies & Inspiring Stories
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7m 17s
Marc Isaacs meets Bob in a severe respiratory ward. Struck by his optimism and humor despite grave illness, the director films a long night with this remarkable man, capturing an unbroken positive spirit.
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