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19/11/2016 GMT

When I Walk

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Storyville Global tells the story of Jason DaSilva and his battle witth multiple sclerosis

Jason DaSilva was 25 and a rising filmmaker when he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. In search of healing and self-discovery, he decided to film this forthright film.

In 2006, 25-year-old Jason DaSilva was on holiday with his family when, suddenly, he collapsed. He couldn't get back up. His legs had stopped working; his disease could no longer be ignored. Just a few months earlier doctors had told him that he had multiple sclerosis, which could lead to loss of vision and muscle control, as well as a myriad of other complications. Jason tried exercise to help cope, but the problem only worsened. After his dispiriting fall on the beach, he turned to his Mum, who reminded him that, despite his disease, he was still a fortunate kid who had the opportunity to pursue the things he loved most: art and filmmaking. Jason picked up the camera, turned it on his declining body, and set out on a worldwide journey in search of healing, self-discovery, and love.

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