Sick: The Life and Death of Bob Flanagan, Supermasochist (1997)

The story of Robert Flanagan, a man who was born with cystic fibrosis and told he wouldn't live past 20, who through a unique odyssey of masochism, art and love found a way to live decades past his expiration date.

Cast (7)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

B

Bob Flanagan

Himself

S

Sheree Rose

Herself

Kirby Dick

Interviewer

K

Kathe Burkhart

Interviewer

R

Rita Valencia

Interviewer

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Sarah Doucette

Herself

R

Richard Kopelle

Himself

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