Lyme Documentary Makes Oscars Shortlist
UNDER OUR SKIN Shortlisted for Oscar Nomination
Film Exposes Hidden Epidemic & Horrors of Broken Healthcare System
Posted by: On the Marc Media
12.20.2009 – For Immediate Release:
Contact: Marc Silverstei, Marc@onthemarcmedia.com, (202) 716-9123
THE UNDERDOG ACADEMY AWARD STORY
(Sausalito, CA ) – UNDER OUR SKIN, the acclaimed film that captured national headlines and sparked a grassroots movement by Lyme patients, just made the Oscar “short list” for Best Documentary Feature. Unfolding like a real-life thriller,
this investigative film exposes the hidden epidemic of Lyme disease and reveals how our medical system is failing to help patients suffering from one of the most serious and misunderstood illnesses of our time.
The Academy of Motion Pictures and Sciences announced UNDER OUR SKIN is among 15 films in the Documentary Feature category in consideration for an Academy Award. UNDER OUR SKIN’s surprise inclusion by the Academy has brought worldwide attention to this underdog film and hidden epidemic. At a time when America’s leaders battle over health care reform, UNDER OUR SKIN is the only film in contention that shines a spotlight on the issue.
Emmy-nominated director Andy Abrahams Wilson is pleased that the Academy has honored the courageous Lyme patients and physicians whose stories are told in this film. “I hope that our nomination will help spread awareness about this devastating disease and serve as a catalyst to help save lives,” says Wilson.
UNDER OUR SKIN, a production of Open Eye Pictures in Sausalito, CA, has already racked up a dozens of awards including five Best Documentary awards at international film festivals, as well as top medical media awards. Covered by major national news outlets, including CNN and ABC, here’s what top critics have to say:
“More deeply terrifying than any slasher film you’ll ever see.”
– Michael O’Sullivan, Washington Post
“Fascinating…artful and compelling.”
– Frank DiGiacomo, Vanity Fair
“Scary enough to make the faint of heart decide never to venture into the woods.”
– Stephen Holden, New York Times
“Stirs the deepest emotions and reveals the most unsettling truth.”
– Justin Berton, San Francisco Chronicle
If you are interested in interviewing the film’s director–or physicians and patients in the documentary, please contact Marc at marc@onthemarcmedia.com or (410) 963-2345.