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Original Title:
Seeing Through the Dark
Genres:
Documentary
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 60
Vision is our most important sense, but we so easily take it for granted, hardly reflecting on what its loss would mean. This documentary takes us to the heart of that unwelcome and terrifying journey, interweaving the dramatic recounting of how eight individuals connected to "dining in the dark" restaurants lost their sight and overcame tremendous trials and tribulations. And yet, the message that emerges is less about what was lost, and more about the profound insights that were gained. The hard-earned wisdom that these remarkable individuals offer is a gift that can transform our outlook and give new meaning to our lives, as we discover what it truly means to "see."
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