Truth.

The final result of Elevate Films innagural 48-hour film festival in December of 2005.

The courageous story of a young fashion model who, after struggling with one misdiagnosis after another, finally discovers the truth: she has a brain tumor. The following journey would either save her life or end it in the process. Directed by Todd Felderstein.

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• jason josiah wiley
• doctor
• rick friedman
• reuzenaar
• drouguett

[crabbydan69]

I'm finding this video very,very hard to believe.I have an acoustic neuroma (3cm) for 4 years and there has been no growth at all. I know of several people who have had 4.5 > 5cm tumours and had to have surgery but nobody I know has ever been told they have weeks to live. It is a very slow growing tumour which does not work like this. If you think I am being offensive do an internet search for acoustic neuroma and take a look at proper evidence for yourselves.

[UncleTodd1122]

Non-fiction is non-fiction is non-fiction. What I can tell you is that the doctors featured are some of the best in the business so if you're questioning their credibility, don't. If you'd like to discuss your case/condition with either of these pros I can get you their contact. Good luck with everything and I'm glad to hear that your condition is not all that serious.

[alicatt1619]

Wow, I don't really know what to say. This video was soo touching! I feel truly blessed to have met Renne. Also, Amae is a good friend of mine and this video was a great reminder of how generous she is.

Oh, and the rumor is true...Renee is very beautiful!!!

Love'

Light'

-Alexis ;)

[ecgdude]

Hello,

I had this surgery in Sept 1987 when I was 30

Since I still have some paralysis on my left side. My left eye tears up when I eat, I also lost hearing in left ear. When I had that severe Bells Palsy look, I used to cover up my normal side and tell everyone this is my serious side. Your very pretty and I believe you have a good attitude.

Keep up the good work

Gary

[METALGOD3667]

HI---I have 2 ANs---one side is 4 cm and other is 2 cm. I was diagnosed in 93 and with yearly monitoring have had no growth. Don't just jump on surgery as every case is different. I posted my MRI scan on youtube for others to reference.

Best of luck.

[dirtbro413]

I too had an acoustic neuroma when I was 15. It was a 18 hour long surgery that left my partially paralyzed on my right side. I am now 23 and still deel with my face not being normal. I mostly miss the use of my eye.

[dirtbro413]

I too had an acoustic neuroma when I was 15. It was a 18 hour long surgery that left my partially paralyzed on my right side. I am now 23 and still deel with my face not being normal. I mostly miss the use of my eye. Having an acoustic neuroma was the hardest thing I've ever gone through and I truly feel for anyone who has had to go through this torment!

[ambbri]

I had an AN removed in 1997, I was 17 at the time. Unfortunately, I too had a very large tumor which was pushing against my brainstem. I had surgery 2 weeks after being diagnosed. Surgery left me with no hearing on my right side and severe facial paralysis. I am grateful everyday for the people I have in my life and the life I am able to live. But, I struggle everyday to cope with the way that I look. I am amazed to see how wonderful you look in your video and would appreciate any suggestions.

[yiannis920]

I totally understand how it feels. I am 24-years-old and I also had an acoustic neuroma removed in December of 2004, while attending college. Besides the hearing loss and buzzing sound my face is also partially paralized. I don't smile the way I used to, but I guess the important thing is that we are alive and can still have some influence in the world.

[MFsxhali]

my dad had surgery for this a couple years ago. i find this video very inspiring, you are a hero too many. thank you.

[reneeairya]

AN IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING THIS FILM:

My AN situation was urgent due to the location, size and life-threatening symptoms. Acoustic neuromas are difficult to predict. It is not typical to receive news of possible death due to the tumor,as I was intially told. Symptoms continued to manifest at an alarming rate that landed me in the ER and made surgery impairative. Please seek medical advice through a SPECIALIST dealing with AN. Best of health and life!

[reneeairya]

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