Bleed Out

Bleed Out is a documentary film that follows the story of Judie Burrows, a retired teacher who fell into a coma and suffered permanent brain damage after undergoing hip surgery in 2009. The film, directed by Judie's son Steve Burrows, investigates the medical errors that led to his mother's tragic outcome and exposes the flaws in the American healthcare system. The film begins with footage of Judie's active and independent life before her surgery, followed by her sudden fall and the events leading up to her coma. The documentary then delves into the medical malpractice lawsuit filed by the Burrows family, revealing the challenges they faced in their quest for justice. Throughout the film, Steve Burrows includes real footage, undercover spy-cam footage, interviews, and courtroom testimonies to share his mother's story and demonstrate the institutional flaws in the American healthcare system. The film also features insights from medical professionals and experts, highlighting the need for change in the medical field. Bleed Out is a powerful and eye-opening account of one family's struggle against the medical establishment, raising questions about the quality of healthcare and patient safety in the United States. The film is both a personal journey and a cautionary tale that sheds light on the urgent need for reform in the healthcare industry.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Bleed Out include David Foster: Off the Record, My Octopus Teacher, Becoming, Please Hold The Line, The Truffle Hunters, Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution.