The Sessions

Program Running Time 95 min.

The Festival would like to dedicate this Special Presentation to the memory of Janine Easton, a core member of the VIFF staff for two decades and a dear friend to many, who passed away earlier this year. Thank you Janine!

Films in Program

Directed By: Ben Lewin
(USA, 2012, 95 mins, 35mm)

Based on the poignantly optimistic autobiographical writings of journalist and poet Mark O’Brien, Ben Lewin’s affecting film tells of a man confined to an iron lung who is determined—at age 38—to lose his virginity. With the help of his therapists and the guidance of his priest, he sets out to make his dream a reality… Winner, Audience Award (Dramatic), Sundance 2012.