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Plot

Peter J. Morgan, M.D. learned at the age of 29 that he had terminal cancer. This brave young doctor decided to write a diary chronicling the last two years of life. He intended the diary to be a keepsake for his family and young children. The diary is inspirational and insightful as we take a personal look at a young man slowly dying way before his time. Actor Matthew Broderick reads some excerpts from Dr. Morgan's diary in this poignant program.
Genre(s):
Documentary,Special Interest
Run Time:
57min.
Themes:
Dying Young,Battling Illness
Tone:
Bittersweet,Intimate,Meditative,Poignant
Keywords:
cancer,coping,diary,doctor,mortality,terminal-illness
Language:
English