Gleason
Synopsis
At the age of 34, former New Orleans Saints defensive back Steve Gleason was diagnosed with ALS and given a life expectancy of two to five years. Weeks later, Gleason found out his wife, Michel, was expecting their first child. A video journal that began as a gift for his unborn son expands to chronicle Steve’s determination to get his relationships in order, build a foundation to provide other ALS patients with purpose, and adapt to his declining physical condition—utilizing medical technologies that offer the means to live as fully as possible.
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Gleason Official Trailer 1 (2016) - Steve Gleason Documentary HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-06-20
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Clay Tweel
- Screenplay & Story
- J. Clay Tweel
- Original Score
- Saul Simon MacWilliams, Dan Romer
- Original Title
- Gleason
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Exhibit A
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Clay Tweel
J. Clay Tweel
Saul Simon MacWilliams, Dan Romer
Ty Minton-Small
J. Clay Tweel, Brian Palmer
Kimi Culp, Scott Fujita, Seth Gordon, Kevin Lake
Department Leadership Roster
J. Clay Tweel
Director
J. Clay Tweel
Writer
J. Clay Tweel
Editor
Saul Simon MacWilliams
Original Music Composer
Kimi Culp
Producer
Scott Fujita
Producer
Seth Gordon
Producer
Kevin Lake
Producer
Brian Palmer
Editor
Dan Romer
Original Music Composer
Ty Minton-Small
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gleason
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What is Gleason about?
At the age of 34, former New Orleans Saints defensive back Steve Gleason was diagnosed with ALS and given a life expectancy of two to five years. Weeks later, Gleason found out his wife, Michel, was expecting their first child. A video journal that began as a gift for his unborn son expands to chronicle Steve’s determination to get his relationships in order, build a foundation to provide other ALS patients with purpose, and adapt to his declining physical condition—utilizing medical technologies that offer the means to live as fully as possible.
Who directed Gleason?
Gleason was directed by J. Clay Tweel.
Who stars in Gleason?
The principal cast of Gleason includes Steve Gleason, Michel Gleason, Rivers Gleason, Paul Varisco, Blair Casey.
When was Gleason released and how long is it?
Gleason was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Gleason?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Gleason was composed by Saul Simon MacWilliams, Dan Romer.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Gleason?
Gleason holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: 18A; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).