Nonfiction streaming platform Documentary+ has acquired River Finlay’s documentary short “ Eat Flowers .” The Oscar-qualified film will debut on major streamers and the Documentary+ Fast channel on Wednesday. According to an official logline, “Eat Flowers” picks up in 2017 “as photographer Cig Harvey’s best friend Mary is diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia.
When forced to isolate during her treatment, she asks Cig to send her photographs. Everyday Cig sets out to bring color and life to Mary through her camera. Everyday Mary asks for more.
‘Eat Flowers’ brings us into the vibrant worlds that Cig creates for her.” “I’m incredibly excited to partner with Documentary+ in bringing this vibrant story to audiences, showcasing the beauty of life, the ache of loss and the reminder to live,” said Finlay. “We are thrilled to bring ‘Eat Flowers’ to audiences through our wide-reaching distribution channels,” added Justin Lacob, head of documentary for Documentary+.
“River Finlay has crafted an incredibly moving and inspiring portrait of resilience and hope that aligns perfectly with our mission of telling compelling and engaging stories for a global audience.” Harvey serves as producer as well as star. With the acquisition, Bryn Mooser and Lacob join as executive producers alongside Allison Klayman.
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