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Terry Pratchett: Choosing to Die

Terry Pratchett: Choosing to Die

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Status

Released

Release Date

Jun 13, 2011

Runtime

0h 58m

Genres

Documentary

User Score

80%

Original Title

Terry Pratchett: Choosing to Die

Production Companies

KEO Films

Director

Charlie Russell

Description

In 2008, celebrated author Sir Terry Pratchett was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Nearly three years on, Pratchett considers ways to end his life before the disease consumes him. His search takes him to Switzerland, where he meets some of the staff and clients of a non-profit organisation that provides assisted suicide to people suffering from severe ailments and terminal illnesses. In a quiet cottage outside Zurich, we—along with Sir Terry—witness a man's final moments with his wife.