The Zebra and the Bear movie poster

The Zebra and the Bear

"The human story behind the science that may save the lives of generations of children with rare genetic disorders"

1h 24m

The Zebra and the Bear is a documentary film. directed by Patrick O'Connor. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

The Zebra and the Bear is an intimate and impactful documentary film about how a mother’s fierce determination to save her daughter from a fatal, ultra-rare genetic disease called Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency (MSD) leads her on a journey to raise millions of dollars and drive the development of a pioneering gene-therapy treatment. Filmed over seven years, The Zebra and the Bear reveals the human story behind the science that may eventually save the lives of generations of children born with rare genetic disorders.

Quick Facts

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Runtime 1h 24m 84 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Roco Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Zebra and the Bear about?

The Zebra and the Bear is an intimate and impactful documentary film about how a mother’s fierce determination to save her daughter from a fatal, ultra-rare genetic disease called Multiple Sulfat...

Who directed The Zebra and the Bear?

The Zebra and the Bear was directed by Patrick O'Connor.

How long is The Zebra and the Bear?

The Zebra and the Bear has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).