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My Brain: After the Rupture

Synopsis

On a bright January morning in 2020, 38-year-old Clemency Burton-Hill - Clemmie - suffered a catastrophic brain haemorrhage. Against the odds, she emerged from a 17-day coma, but she was unable to speak or walk and was faced with having to rebuild her life. Using compelling recordings from the early days of her recovery, this documentary follows Clemmie as she tries to return to her work as a broadcaster, finish the book she started before her brain injury, and play her beloved violin again with her son.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Ursula Macfarlane
Original Score
Anne Müller
Original Title
My Brain: After the Rupture
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 21m
Production Studios
BBC Arena, Rooks Nest Entertainment, Concordia Studio, Wavelength

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ursula Macfarlane

Original Score & Music

Anne Müller

Department Leadership Roster

Ursula Macfarlane

Ursula Macfarlane

Director

Anne Müller

Anne Müller

Original Music Composer

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Frequently Asked Questions About My Brain: After the Rupture

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is My Brain: After the Rupture about?

On a bright January morning in 2020, 38-year-old Clemency Burton-Hill - Clemmie - suffered a catastrophic brain haemorrhage. Against the odds, she emerged from a 17-day coma, but she was unable to speak or walk and was faced with having to rebuild her life. Using compelling recordings from the early days of her recovery, this documentary follows Clemmie as she tries to return to her work as a broadcaster, finish the book she started before her brain injury, and play her beloved violin again with her son.

Who directed My Brain: After the Rupture?

My Brain: After the Rupture was directed by Ursula Macfarlane.

Who stars in My Brain: After the Rupture?

The principal cast of My Brain: After the Rupture includes Clemency Burton-Hill.

When was My Brain: After the Rupture released and how long is it?

My Brain: After the Rupture was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.

Who composed the musical score for My Brain: After the Rupture?

The original motion picture soundtrack for My Brain: After the Rupture was composed by Anne Müller.