9.0The Self-Made Man · 2005
The Self-Made Man (2005) is a Documentary film directed by Susan Stern, starring Bob Stern, Susan Stern, Mike Stern.
Documentary
9.0Overview
Is it ever rational to choose death? On Independence Day at Stern Ranch, 77-year-old solar energy pioneer Bob Stern finds out he’s seriously ill – possibly dying. Meanwhile, an elderly in-law is dying on artificial life support. Bob decides to cheat that fate and take his own life. His family tries to stop him. Bob sets up a video camera. Daughter Susan Stern explores “rational suicide,” the “right-to-die” and the difficult end-of-life choices faced by an aging population.
Cast
Bob Stern, Susan Stern, Mike Stern
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What is "The Self-Made Man" about?
Is it ever rational to choose death? On Independence Day at Stern Ranch, 77-year-old solar energy pioneer Bob Stern finds out he’s seriously ill – possibly dying. Meanwhile, an elderly in-law is dying on artificial life support. Bob decides to cheat that fate and take his own life. His family tries to stop him. Bob sets up a video camera. Daughter Susan Stern explores “rational suicide,” the “right-to-die” and the difficult end-of-life choices faced by an aging population.
When was "The Self-Made Man" released?
The Self-Made Man was released in 2005.
Who stars in "The Self-Made Man"?
The cast includes Bob Stern, Susan Stern, Mike Stern.
