Review of Unrest (2017) by Daniel T — 03 Nov 2017

A huge step forward in chronic fatigue syndrome awareness.

This review of Unrest (2017) was written by Daniel T on 03 Nov 2017.

Unrest has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Sherilyn Connelly (422) for SF Weekly (560) on 27 Sep 2017

Brea shot much of the film on her iPhone, which often gives it the tone of a found-footage horror film…

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By Tim M (3,013) on 19 Jan 2018

It helps both people diagnosed with ME/CFS and their friends, family, caregivers, and hopefully more importantly, doctors to understand this…

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By Snoopysue (2) on 04 Oct 2017

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By G. Allen Johnson (514) for San Francisco Chronicle (7,630) on 26 Sep 2017

Like many first-person medical documentaries — such as the recent “Gleason” — Unrest can be really hard to watch…

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By Craig C (655) on 29 Apr 2018

Unrest is a real eye opener. An incredibly moving film, dealing with difficult issues…

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By Firstgrace (2) on 10 Oct 2017

Truly moving! Multiple award winning documentary. Beautiful visuals and score. A compelling story that will move you to action…

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By Ben H (1,875) on 28 Sep 2017

The film is both bold and intimate…

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By Film W (38) on 29 Apr 2018

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By David Parkinson (764) for Radio Times (2,421) on 21 Dec 2017

Brea certainly puts on a brave face in exposing her travails…

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By Anna O (50) on 24 Jan 2018

Jennifer bravely opened herself up to the world. By doing that she shined a light in what is usually a very dark place…

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