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Parkinson's Drama: Two Strangers' Lives Intertwine
26 May
Summary
- Film follows two strangers diagnosed with Parkinson's disease on the same day.
- Rhys Ifans and Laura Linney star as individuals grappling with the diagnosis.
- Writer Paul Mayhew-Archer shares personal experience with Parkinson's.
A poignant new drama, "Onward and Sideways," is set to explore the profound impact of a Parkinson's disease diagnosis. The film centers on two unrelated individuals who are confronted with the news on the very same day.
Leading the cast are Rhys Ifans and Laura Linney, portraying Tony Evans and Emma Dretzin, respectively. Tony is a deputy headteacher, while Emma is a pianist and composer with two children. Their paths cross following their shared diagnosis, leading to a startling encounter that reshapes their lives.
The film, penned by Paul Mayhew-Archer, is deeply personal. Archer, who himself was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2011, aims to offer a narrative that is both moving and thought-provoking.
"Onward and Sideways" is scheduled for release in cinemas and on the iPlayer, with a specific date yet to be announced. The production also features actors Monica Dolan and Rory Kinnear in currently unconfirmed roles.
