The documentary enlightens the audience with the struggles of mind boggling parkinson s disease, explores the powerful role that pharma plays in vulnerable people, and most importantly reveals the power of community that surrounds larry during his journey with parkinson s disease. Ride with larry is an inspirational documentary that puts a human face on the daytoday fight against parkinsons disease. Nov 26, 2010 ride with larry is an inspirational documentary that puts a human face on the daytoday fight against parkinsons disease. Parkinsons affects about 1 in 100 people age 65 and older. This clip is from the feature documentary ride with larry. In this documentary, he discovers the benefits of medical marijuana and exercise and challenges himself to an incredible 300mile bike ride across south dakota, us. May 21, 2015 a documentary about a man living with parkinsons disease attempting a 300mile bike ride across south dakota will be shown at the ucr palm desert center on saturday, june, 2015. These segments are from ride with larry, a feature documentary that talks about larry, a retired police captain, who tries medical marijuana for the very first time. After a 20year battle with parkinsons, larry has exhausted every conventional. Larry smith, a retired hamden police captain, beloved smalltown baker, and avid cyclist has had parkinson s disease for nearly 20 years.
Ride with larry inspirational documentary on the film festival circuit. Medical marijuana featured in parkinsons documentary ride. Larry smith, a retired hamden police captain, beloved smalltown baker, and avid cyclist has had parkinsons disease for nearly 20 years. Larry smith is a pd patient who is planning to ride his special recumbent tricycle 280 miles this summer to spread information and awareness about parkinson s. Ride with larry screening to be held at ucr palm desert center. Disability action center nw is partnering with students from the human development department to host a screening of the film ride with larry, a film about the onset and treatment of parkinsons disease. These parkinsons disease movies encourage, inspire, and. Former hamden cop handling parkinsons one ride at a time video. Their project, titled ride with larry, is a documentary that aims to puts a human face on the daytoday fight against parkinson s. This guys wife does most of his talking and he is the subject of his documentary flick, ride with larry, about bicycling across south dakota with parkinsons disease in 2011. Ride with larry cleveland international film festival. Ride with larry is his heroic journey with family and supporters. Some 20 percent of people with parkinsons disease may be. Jul 25, 2018 ride with larry chronicles the journey of larry smith, who has battled parkinsons disease for a good amount of his adult life.
Our documentary ride with larry was featured on azteca noticias mexican news network as one of the most watched videos of 2019 with this report. This film follows a 300mile bike ride he did to inspire others in a similar situation. Watch ride with larry online vimeo on demand on vimeo. Ride with larry, an inspirational parkinsons documentary to start a movement, and it needs your help. Hes had parkinsons for 20 years, which gives him symptoms including severe dyskinesia uncontrolled movements, loss of voice and tremors. With his parkinson s symptoms worsening and options for new medications unavailable, retired police captain larry s. They have 10 days left to raise the rest of the funds they need to make the movie a reality. An unedited clip from the film shows smith with uncontrolled movements, hand tremors and problems speaking. Ride with larry chronicles the journey of larry smith, who has battled parkinsons disease for a good amount of his adult life. Twenty years later, this retired police captain and successful bakery owner is done crying. Ride with larry is an inspirational story that puts a human face on the daytoday fight against parkinson s disease through the life of larry smith, a retired police captain, now beloved smalltown baker who has had parkinson s for the last 20 years. Larrys ride with parkinsons disease, betty and the movie. Once a bike enthusiast, larry found balance increasingly difficult.
Ride with larry is the documentary film at the center of this movemen. Jan 31, 2017 all those involved in the making of ride with larry have been personally affected by parkinson s. Larry smith has sought out every conventional method of treatment possible for his condition, even brain surgery in an astounding clip from the movie, larry is introduced to medical marijuana for the first time and the entire moment is caught on film. The documentary and accompanying awareness campaign seeks to enlighten audiences to the human cost of parkinsons disease while providing insights into the tangible benefits of an active lifestyle, particularly through recumbent cycling.
Larry smith, a former police officer, began to suffer from the debilitating neurological disease twenty years ago. Smith, who has lived with parkinsons for 20 years, is the subject of a documentary ride with larry, notes the influence. Larry smith is a former cop who lives in south dakota. Ride with larry is currently available to rent, purchase, or stream. Ride with larry is an inspirational story that puts a human face on the daytoday fight against parkinson s disease through the life of larry smith, a beloved smalltown baker and avid cyclist. Medical marijuana and parkinsons part 1 of 3 youtube. If you havent seen it, ride with larry is available on amazon prime video. Dec 01, 2016 today, in specific, i look into the use of medical marijuana and parkinsons. Aug 24, 20 the film follows larry as attempts to push his limits and expand the boundary of possibilities for those with parkinsons. Nov 21, 2016 this clip is from the feature documentary ride with larry. Ride with larry 20 after battling with parkinsons for 20 years and using drugs and brain surgery to treat the condition, larry smith looks for an alternative.
Refusing to give up, he seeks alternatives, discovering the untapped benefits of exercise and medical marijuana. The film has enlightened audiences around the world on the topic of medicinal marijuana and on living better with parkinsons, providing insights into the tangible benefits of an active lifestyle, particularly through recumbent cycling. In spite of having difficulty walking, he is able to get around. Weaved amongst his journey is an intimate portrait of parkinsons, illuminating the daytoday fight of those diagnosed, their families, and caretakers. Local resident andrew rubin is hoping to raise more awareness for the disease after he saw its impact on members of his own family. Ride with larry medical marijuanas effects on parkinsons part 3 of. Together, they survived his twentysix year law enforcement career until his retirement as a captain from the hamden police department in 1999, and bettys various educational. In this intimate portrait of courage, love, and community, larry smith refuses to give up, proving that if you love life, youll fight for it. Some areas in which funds are allocated include travel, equipment, and crew. The documentary and accompanying awareness campaign seeks to enlighten audiences to the human cost of parkinsons disease while providing insights into the tangible benefits of an.
Apr 11, 2014 in honor of parkinsons awareness month, there will be two screenings of the documentary ride with larry april at 2 p. After a 20year battle with parkinsons, larry refuses to give up and will attempt the unthinkable. Parkinsons affects an estimated 1 in 1,000 people over age 55. Man with parkinsons tries medical marijuana for the first.
A film crew tagged along and now they need your help to make this into a full featurelength documentary. When larry smith was diagnosed with parkinson s disease, he cried on the way home to tell his family. In 2011, filmmakers began documenting his experience for the upcoming film, ride with larry. Betty smith, the family caregiver, is married to larry, the star of the movie.
With his parkinsons symptoms worsening and options for new medications unavailable, retired police captain larry s. He continually seeks what may work for him in combatting the symptoms of his disease. Ride with larry is an inspirational story that puts a human face on the daytoday fight against parkinsons disease through the life of larry smith, a retired. Aided by a fellow parkinsons patient and marijuana advocate, larry tries medical. Help for parkinsons documentary ride with larry theres only a few days left for the folks at ride with larry to raise funds february 1st is the cutoff date. Ride with larry is a documentary about a man with parkinsons disease who rides a bicycle. For those with parkinson s, lewy body, and family and friends of those. A movement to empower those with parkinsons today while finding a cure for tomorrow. Best movies about parkinsons disease everyday health. He took his love of baking from being a hobby, into a business, and.
Jan 26, 2011 help for parkinsons documentary ride with larry theres only a few days left for the folks at ride with larry to raise funds february 1st is the cutoff date. Dec 01, 2016 in 2011, filmmakers began documenting his experience for the upcoming film, ride with larry. Jan 25, 2011 their project, titled ride with larry, is a documentary that aims to puts a human face on the daytoday fight against parkinsons. Ride with larry 20 stream and watch online moviefone.
Now, his video on marijuana treatment went viral but is a hoax. We not only have a passion to spread larry s inspiring message of hope and raise awareness for parkinson s, we want to improve lives and find a cure. We will interview experts and find other compelling stories to make a film worthy of all. Apr 24, 2018 diagnosed with parkinsons disease over two decades ago, at age 42, larry smith refuses to give up on living life to the fullest. The documentary enlightens the audience with the struggles of mind boggling parkinsons disease, explores the powerful role that pharma plays in vulnerable people, and most importantly reveals the power of community that surrounds larry during his journey with parkinsons disease. Oct 01, 20 by rob ledonne ride with larry, a documentary on parkinsons disease premiering saturday, oct. Sep 24, 20 ride with larry tells the story of a 26year police captain who was forced to retire when he was diagnosed with parkinsons. Ride with larry is a documentary about a man with parkinson s disease who rides a bicycle.
Ride with larry is an inspiring awardwinning documentary. Ride with larry international documentary association. A documentary film takes an enormous amount of resources, time and effort to create. The incidence of parkinsons is increasing at a rate that is faster than the population is aging. After twenty years with parkinsons, larry attempts to ride 300 miles. Excop with parkinsons uses medical marijuana video.
After a 20year battle with parkinsons, larry has exhausted every conventional method of treatment, every drug, and even brain surgery. Neighbor news ride with larry, a film about parkinson s, bicycling and hope. Were so glad larrys inspiring message keeps going strong in many places around the world. When larry smith was diagnosed with parkinsons disease, he cried on the. One mans 300mile ride against parkinsons showcases at san. Sep 25, 2014 trailer for the documentary ride with larry ride with larry puts a human face on the daytoday fight against parkinsons through the story of larry smith, a retired police captain, now beloved smalltown baker. Jim, one of the three mtm owners, once worked at the sd bicycle shop that sold the trike used while making the parkinsons documentary film click on following ride with larry, where larry finds the strength to live, knowing there is no cure. Some 20 percent of people with parkinsons disease may be diagnosed under the age of 50.
Ride with larry movie needs your help posted on july 30, 20 by bryan ball ride with larry is a fantastic tale of a man with parkinsons who took a 320 mile ride on his catrike to spread awareness and raise money to fight the disease. About the film larry doesnt just live with parkinsons. Watch medical marijuanas effect on parkinsons, part 3 of 3. Man with parkinsons uses marijuana for the first time. A powerful documentary that follows larry smith, who was diagnosed with parkinsons over 20 years ago. Ride with larry is sponsored by the international documentary. Weaved amongst his journey is an intimate portrait of parkinson s, illuminating the daytoday fight of those diagnosed, their families, and caretakers. A documentary movie is being made about it, well at least theyre trying to make a movie. Ride with larry, a film about parkinsons, bicycling and. After a 20year battle with parkinson s, larry has exhausted every conventional method of treatment, every drug, and even brain surgery. All funds raised go directly towards production of this film.
The film follows larry as attempts to push his limits and expand the boundary of possibilities for those with parkinson s. It is a film for all those stigmatized or mired in the darkness of illnesses without cures. Ride with larry puts a human face on the daytoday fight against parkinsons through the story of larry smith, a retired police captain, now beloved smalltown. Ride with larry a parkinsons documentary film kickstarter. The film follows larry as attempts to push his limits and expand the boundary of possibilities for those with parkinsons. His story is a featurelength documentary showcasing at the san diego film festival. Ride with larry marijuana parkinson s disease treatment video is a hoax. Ride with larry, a documentary on parkinsons disease premiering saturday, oct. Filmmakers document the journey of larry smith, a man with parkinson s, as he bicycles across south dakota. Larry smith, a retired police captain, beloved smalltown baker, and avid cyclist has had parkinsons disease for nearly 20 years.
Ride with larry is an inspirational documentary that puts a human face on the daytoday fight against parkinson s disease. Mar 06, 2018 larry smith, a retired police officer with parkinsons disease, tried medical marijuana for the first time and experienced amazing results video below. The film group, however, needs some help getting to the finish line of this last leg of the documentary they have until feb. Andrew rubin is producer of the film, ride with larry. Ride with larry a parkinsons documentary film by team. Ride with larry tells the story of a 26year police captain who was forced to retire when he was diagnosed with parkinsons. Apr 08, 2014 team larry, platinum level two tickets to a screening of ride with larry location tbd, travel not included, a limited edition ride with larry cycling jersey, your name in the credits of ride with larry, a ride with larry tshirt, copy of the film on dvd, commemorative wristband, and name listed on website under our supporters page. Ride with larry is a documentary about a man whos battled parkinsons disease for 20 years. A movement to empower those with parkinson s today while finding a cure for tomorrow. Oct 04, 20 after 20 years of living with parkinsons disease, larry smith bikes 300 miles across south dakota. The story is that he had been diagnosed for twenty some odd years prior to that point. Ride with larry marijuana parkinsons disease treatment video is a. A team of advocate filmmakers, who all have loved ones with parkinsons, want to uplift the parkinsons community today while fighting for a cure tomorrow.
Where do you find the strength to live when theres no cure. Now larry will attempt the unthinkable, a 300mile bike ride across south dakota, a journey of hope for anyone facing a life altering illness. Ride with larry is raising funds for ride with larry a parkinsons documentary film on kickstarter. Ride with larry inspirational documentary on the film. Another person with parkinson s advises smith to use one drop of cannabis oil under his tongue. Now larry will attempt the unthinkable, a 300mile bike ride across south dakota. Together we are directing ride with larry, a documentary film that will share larrys powerful story and enlighten people about parkinsons today. Betty talks about larrys work before and after the parkinsons, and how he gets to work on his riding machine. Local filmmaker shines spotlight on parkinsons disease in.
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