The Ruth Brinker Story (2022)

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At the age of 63, retired food-service worker Ruth Brinker became a pioneer of HIV care in her community and would become a legend among San Franciscans. The AIDS epidemic hit San Francisco the hardest and created a wave of fear and uncertainty that left many victims feeling hopeless and alone. Brinker, a woman whose deep compassion became a source of strength for others struggling to cope with the times, began cooking meals in her kitchen to deliver to her neighbors who were too ill to take care of themselves. Her goal was to not only provide meals but to also revitalize the city's sense of community and spend time with HIV/AIDS patients to end the isolation they experienced.

Director: Apo W. Bazidi
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 23 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Victoria Beits
Editing: Matthieu Brajot
Production: Burn A Light Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $75,000
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Apo W. Bazidi
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ruth Brinker Story about?
At the age of 63, retired food-service worker Ruth Brinker became a pioneer of HIV care in her community and would become a legend among San Franciscans. The AIDS epidemic hit San Francisco the hardest and created a wave of fear and uncertainty that left many victims feeling hopeless and alone. Brinker, a woman whose deep compassion became a source of strength for others struggling to cope with the times, began cooking meals in her kitchen to deliver to her neighbors who were too ill to take care of themselves. Her goal was to not only provide meals but to also revitalize the city's sense of community and spend time with HIV/AIDS patients to end the isolation they experienced.
Who directed The Ruth Brinker Story?
The Ruth Brinker Story was directed by Apo W. Bazidi.
Who stars in The Ruth Brinker Story?
The Ruth Brinker Story stars Ruth Brinker, Sandy Kovtun.
How long is The Ruth Brinker Story?
The Ruth Brinker Story has a runtime of 23m (23 minutes).
What genre is The Ruth Brinker Story?
The Ruth Brinker Story is a Documentary film.
What is the budget of The Ruth Brinker Story?
The Ruth Brinker Story had a budget of $75,000.
Where was The Ruth Brinker Story produced?
The Ruth Brinker Story was produced in United States of America.