Sick: The Life and Death of Bob Flanagan, Supermasochist

6.9

1997

1h 30m

Documentary

The story of Robert Flanagan, a man who was born with cystic fibrosis and told he wouldn't live past 20, who through a unique odyssey of masochism, art and love found a way to live decades past his expiration date.

Key Crew

Director

Kirby Dick

Producers

Kirby Dick

Cinematography

Kirby Dick

Cast (7)

Bob Flanagan

Himself

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