Breathe
Directed by Zac Norrington
16 Min | English | US | | Documentary
Short | Open Captions | Audio Description
Sports, Women
In 1983, Julie Ridge became the first person to swim two consecutive laps around Manhattan Island, earning her a guest appearance on The David Letterman Show. Now, living in Manhattan and working as a clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience, she dives into her memories of struggling with bipolar disorder, marathon swimming, and how the water has aided her journey.
Past Screenings
Breathe (Reelshorts: Mental Health) | Wednesday May 3, 2023 | 12:00 PM | Manhattan College Kelly Commons
BREATHE (ReelDocs) | Tuesday May 2, 2023 | 7:00 PM | DCTV (Firehouse Cinema)
BREATHE (Reelshorts: Mental Health) | Saturday Apr 29, 2023 | 4:00 PM | Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan
Disabilities featured:
Bipolar Disorder, Mental Health
Breathe
Presenting Festivals
Breathe (Reelshorts: Mental Health) | Wednesday May 3, 2023 | 12:00 PM | Manhattan College Kelly Commons
BREATHE (ReelDocs) | Tuesday May 2, 2023 | 7:00 PM | DCTV (Firehouse Cinema)
BREATHE (Reelshorts: Mental Health) | Saturday Apr 29, 2023 | 4:00 PM | Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan