My Left Breast

My Left Breast

My Left Breast

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My Left Breast

"An Unusual Film About Breast Cancer"

2000

0h 57m

3.3(3 votes)

Documentary

Overview

Gerry Rogers, a filmmaker in Newfoundland, documents her personal battle with breast cancer. With her partner Peggy and lots of support from family and friends, she makes her way to recovery.

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Directing

Gerry Rogers

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Peggy Norman

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