The Zebra and the Bear

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

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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.

Director: Patrick O'Connor
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 84 min
Production: Roco Films
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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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 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.
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 1h 24m (84 minutes).
What genre is The Zebra and the Bear?
The Zebra and the Bear is a Documentary film.
Where was The Zebra and the Bear produced?
The Zebra and the Bear was produced in United States of America.