Imber's Left Hand

Imber's Left Hand
Movie · Documentary

This inspiring documentary chronicles the life and career of renowned painter Jon Imber, who faced great adversity after being diagnosed with ALS. Director Richard Kane follows Imber as he remains determined to continue his work as an artist, despite his condition. His heroic resolve leads to the creation of more than 100 portraits in an incredible four month span. The film sensitively observes Jon, capturing him at his most courageous and humorous as the disease claims his body. Thanks in large part to the loving support of his wife, painter Jill Hoy, Imber learns to paint with his left hand, and eventually with both hands held together at his waist. Knowing what his fate holds, Jon Imber shows what it is to truly live and die through art.

2016 · 1h 13m
Starring Jill Hoy, Jon Imber, John Stomberg
Director Richard Kane

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Cast & Crew

  • J‌H
    Jill Hoy
    Jill Hoy
  • J‌I
    Jon Imber
    Jon Imber
  • J‌S
    John Stomberg
    John Stomberg
  • D‌W
    Derborah Wye
    Derborah Wye
  • J‌Y
    John Yau
    John Yau
  • R‌K
    Richard Kane
    Director
  • R‌K
    Richard Kane
    Producer
  • John D. Eraklis
    Producer
  • R‌K
    Richard Kane
    Writer

About

Imber's Left Hand

Documentary

This inspiring documentary chronicles the life and career of renowned painter Jon Imber, who faced great adversity after being diagnosed with ALS. Director Richard Kane follows Imber as he remains determined to continue his work as an artist, despite his condition. His heroic resolve leads to the creation of more than 100 portraits in an incredible four month span. The film sensitively observes Jon, capturing him at his most courageous and humorous as the disease claims his body. Thanks in large part to the loving support of his wife, painter Jill Hoy, Imber learns to paint with his left hand, and eventually with both hands held together at his waist. Knowing what his fate holds, Jon Imber shows what it is to truly live and die through art.

Information

Studio
Film Movement
Released
2016
Run Time
1 hr 13 min
Rated
Unrated
Region of Origin
United States
© 2015 Film Movement

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  • Español (México)
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