Beloved actor Michael J. Fox, known for his role in the iconic movie Back to the Future, has touched the hearts of his loyal fans with a heartfelt message. In anticipation of his upcoming AppleTV+ documentary, STILL: A Michael J. Fox Movie, the 61-year-old star has shared insights into his personal journey and the motivation behind his latest project. Since being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of 29 in 1991, Michael has been living with the condition, and he wants to bring awareness to it through his film.
Raising Awareness and Gratitude
Speaking to US Weekly, Michael revealed the two main reasons that inspired him to create the documentary. The first reason is his deep-rooted desire to raise awareness about Parkinson’s disease, a cause that has been close to his heart for many years. “Raising awareness for this condition has been extremely important to me, and I wanted to continue that effort through cinema,” he expressed.
The second reason lies with his fans, who have been a source of unwavering support throughout his journey. Michael acknowledged that his fans, along with his family, have been the reason he has been able to persevere. “My fans gave me life, and I wanted to be open about mine,” he emotionally revealed. This display of gratitude showcases the profound connection between Michael and his dedicated fans.
A Positive Outlook on Life
As Michael promotes his documentary, he has taken the opportunity to shed more light on his personal journey with Parkinson’s disease. During a recent Q&A session after a screening of the film at SXSW in Texas, Michael, accompanied by his wife of nearly 35 years, Tracy Pollan, candidly discussed their experiences. While acknowledging the challenges of living with Parkinson’s, Michael emphasized that he refuses to dwell in self-pity.
“Parkinson’s stinks,” he admitted, “but I have a great life, so thank you.” Michael highlighted that feeling sorry for oneself only hampers progress. Instead, he chooses to focus on the valuable lessons that can be learned from his journey and encourages others to do the same. With unwavering optimism, he expressed his determination to face Parkinson’s head-on and move forward.
A Premiere Worth Anticipating
STILL: A Michael J. Fox Movie is set to have its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2023. Following the premiere, the documentary will be available to stream on AppleTV+ starting May 12th. This film promises an intimate look into Michael’s life and career, capturing his struggles and triumphs with Parkinson’s disease. Fans, both old and new, can eagerly anticipate this poignant and inspiring tribute to a true Hollywood legend.
Let us continue to support Michael J. Fox and his unwavering spirit as he navigates life with Parkinson’s disease and raises awareness for this important cause. Together, we can make a difference.
