• Title:
• 39 Pounds of Love

• Director:
• Dani Menkin

• Hebrew and Spanish with English subtitles

• USA, 70 min

• Venue:
• The Avalon

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Ami Ankilewitz was diagnosed with a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy as an infant—he was told he would not live beyond the age of 6. Now, at 34-years-old and 39 pounds, Ami, a 3D animator, takes the journey of a lifetime. He leaves Israel and sets off on a road trip across America to find the doctor who gave his mother the grave diagnosis so many years before. Against all odds, Ami completes his journey, reconnecting with his brother in Texas, fulfilling his lifelong dream of riding a Harley Davidson, and finally meeting the doctor who predicted his early demise. This film is an incredibly inspirational voyage proving anything is possible with enough courage, humor and love. 2005 Ophir (Israeli Academy) Award for Best Documentary.
 

Co-Sponsored by Brewing Culture  

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