Blood Relative (2012)
• November 15th, 2012 • 1h 15min
Documentary
Overview
Proving that India's heroes aren't just in Bollywood, Blood Relative follows the remarkable story of an activist fighting to save two young adults who are dying from the blood disease thalassemia. Suffering stunted growth and lacking access to medication, they remain trapped in the bodies of children. Chronicling one man's battle, the film exposes modern India"s broken healthcare system.
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