In 2002, Jason Padgett was the victim of a vicious beating outside a karaoke bar in Tacoma, Washington. Upon regaining consciousness, Padgett’s sight was forever altered by a condition called acquired savant syndrome. The brain trauma opened his eyes to an entirely new world—one filled with patterns and strobes, like a stop-motion film. This is a fascinating story into the hidden power of the mind and one man’s inspiring tale of courage and personal triumph.
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Thomas Petersen Director · Betsy Baxley Editor
United States release December 13, 2016 · Produced in United States · Production Great Big Story
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CNN Films
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Great Big Story
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English
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United States · December 13, 2016
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