“The best documentaries have heart, passion and aim to change the world for the better,” said Cinedigm chairman and CEO Chris McGurk. Sara Hirsh Bordo made her directing debut on the pic, which features original music from Sara Bareilles. Born with a rare syndrome that prevents her from gaining weight, the 26-year-old, 65-pound Velasquez was first bullied as a child in school, then as a teenager when she discovered a YouTube video labeling her “The World’s Ugliest Woman.” The film chronicles her evolution as a motivational speaker and activist, as eventually she lobbied Congress for the first federal anti-bullying bill, the Safe Schools Improvement Act. Velasquez, who was diagnosed with a rare syndrome that prevents her from. It will also be available immediately on pre-order via for educators, communities and organizations that want to host screenings.Ī Brave Heart centers on Lizzie and her journey from cyberbullying victim to anti-bullying activist. Lizzie Velasquez was thrust in the spotlight at 17 years old when a YouTube video labeled her the world’s ugliest woman. The plan is to make the anti-bullying film find as wide an audience as possible, with the docu going day and date on Digital HD and On Demand. A BRAVE HEART: The Lizzie Velasquez Story is a documentary following the inspiring journey of 26 year old, 58 pound Lizzie from cyber-bullying victim to. Born with an extremely rare congenital condition that makes it impossible for her to gain weight (among other ongoing health issues), Lizzie has never looked like anyone else - but thanks to loving parents and what sounds like an extremely supportive community, she managed to have a somewhat normal childhood and girlhood, despite some giggles, stares, and. Cinedigm said that its SXSW Audience Award pickup A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story will be released in select theaters September 25. a brave heart: the lizzie velasquez story A documentary following the life of Lizzie Velasquez, her triumphant journey to the other side of bullying, and her mission to inspire and empower a more positive online environment. A BRAVE HEART: THE LIZZIE VELASQUEZ STORY introduces viewers to a friendly Texas girl with a big smile, big hair, and an enormous heart.

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