Open Heart
Originally released in 2013. Open Heart is a documentary film. directed by Kief Davidson. At just 40 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Eight Rwandan children leave their families behind to embark on a life-or-death journey seeking high-risk heart surgery in Sudan. Their hearts ravaged by a treatable disease from childhood strep throat, they have only months left to live. Open Heart reveals the intertwined endeavors of Dr. Emmanuel, Rwanda's lone government cardiologist fighting to save the lives of his young patients, and Dr. Gino, the Salam Center's head surgeon, who is fighting to save his hospital, Africa's only link to life-saving free cardiac surgery for the millions who need it.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 15, 2013
13 years ago
Runtime
0h 40m
40 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- HBO Documentary Films
- Sundance Institute
- ARTE
- Tribeca Film Institute
- Skoll Foundation
- Urban Landscapes
- Whitewater Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Open Heart about?
Eight Rwandan children leave their families behind to embark on a life-or-death journey seeking high-risk heart surgery in Sudan. Their hearts ravaged by a treatable disease from childhood strep th...
Who directed Open Heart?
Open Heart was directed by Kief Davidson.
How long is Open Heart?
Open Heart has a runtime of 0 hours and 40 minutes (40 minutes total).
When was Open Heart released?
Open Heart was released on January 15, 2013 in theaters.