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Independent Lens (1999)

S27E3 Life After

Oct 27, 2025 Season 27 Episode 3 Documentary

Filmmaker Reid Davenport, who lives with a disability, delves into the complex issue of assisted dying, revealing how ableism, policies, and systemic shortcomings can create a narrative where death appears to be the sole solution. Through powerful narratives and a deeply personal journey, Life After examines the disparities in real choice surrounding life and death, highlighting who truly has options and who is left without.