Breathe

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Breathe

Directed by Zac Norrington • 2022 • 16 min

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Topics

SportsWomenRecently Added

Related Disabilities

Mental HealthBipolar Disorder

Accessibility

✓ Open Captions✓ Audio Description

Film Information

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.

Genre

documentary

Language

English

Country

US

Year

2022

Cast & Crew

Director: Zac Norrington

Q&A conversation following the films, Remedial, Neurodivergent, Miette, Just In Case, and Breathe with Julie Ridge, Afton Quast Saler, and Zac Norrington. Moderated by Matt Kudish

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