In the rear view mirror of life, we may encounter individuals who surpass our expectations of human will and endurance and inspire us with their selflessness and courage. Consider THE ATAXIAN that rear view mirror and Kyle Bryant that epic hero. The documentary, directed by Kevin Schlanser and Zack Bennett, one of the feature films at this year's Sedona International Film Festival, is a deeply inspiring chronicle of Kyle's courageous journey to increase awareness about Friedreich's ataxia (FA), a degenerative disease that usually begins in childhood and leads to impaired muscle coordination and other debilitating conditions.

Diagnosed with FA, Kyle chooses not to surrender but to face his life's new reality head-on. His determination to overcome his limitations effectively removes the dis from disability. He does not surrender to the promise of mortality; he promises instead to grab the immediacy of life and do something huge while he still has the ability.

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