Patrick O'Brien, a 30-year-old DJ, Internet personality, and filmmaker, was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) and given 2 to 5 years to live. As his physical abilities declined, Patrick turned his camera onto himself, documenting every step of his journey from diagnosis to paralysis. Despite his condition, Patrick remained forceful in his lack of self-pity, capturing the emotion, humor, and absurdity of his experience.
TransFatty Lives
In this heartwarming film, a 30-year-old NYC DJ and filmmaker, Patrick O'Brien, defies the odds after being diagnosed with ALS and given a limited lifespan, documenting his courageous battle against the disease.
