Be Here Now (2015)

As though life is imitating art, actor and sex-symbol, Andy Whitfield, had just become a star as the lead in the hit television series,'Spartacus,' when he is faced with his biggest ... See full summary »

Director:

Lilibet Foster

Stars:

Jai Courtney, Andy Whitfield, Indigo Whitfield

1 win & 1 nomination.

Cast

Credited cast:
Jai Courtney	...	Himself
Andy Whitfield	...	Himself
Indigo Whitfield	...	Herself
Jesse Whitfield	...	Himself
Pat Whitfield	...	Herself
Robert Whitfield	...	Himself
Vashti Whitfield	...	Herself

Storyline

As though life is imitating art, actor and sex-symbol, Andy Whitfield, had just become a star as the lead in the hit television series,'Spartacus,' when he is faced with his biggest personal challenge - life-threatening cancer. 'Be Here Now' is a feature documentary that follows him on his dramatic journey to cure himself. Confirmed in matching affirmative tattoos, he and his charismatic wife and their two children, commit to taking Andy's healing into their own hands and living life fully, not in the shadows of the disease. Each step tests their limits and strength of character, while revealing their tenderness, humor and determination. And, as each person goes through their own transformations, the film becomes an inspiring and universal story of courage, love and resilience.

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Plot Keywords:

actor | cancer | bald head | tv show | terminal illness | 

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Genres:

Documentary | Biography | Drama | Family

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Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA Australia

Language:

English

Release Date:

28 February 2017 (UK)

Also Known As:

A História de Andy Whitfield

Box Office

Gross USA:

$22,424

Company Credits

Production Co:

Silver Lining Entertainment (II)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

100 min

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Soundtracks

Beautiful World
Written by Coyle Girelli
Performed by Coyle Girelli The Chevin

User Reviews

A must see documentary

Hopefully this project will get the recognition that it deserves. It's an amazing glimpse into an unbearably difficult experience, but for those who are willing to share it the journey is well worthwhile. Your heart will break, but you will walk away inspired to live your life with purpose, reminded to cherish whatever time you are given here. Somehow, after watching what this poor family and lovely man had to endure, many/most of my "problems" just didn't seem that significant anymore. This is one of those rare documentaries that helps to put our often baffling existence into context. Kudos to both the family and the filmmakers for offering this to the world. For fans of Andy Whitfield, it's a must-see; everyone else will be a fan once they've seen it. Highly recommended!!!