Farrah Fawcett's Documentary Controversy.

[catsrule]

No, I have no desire to see this. I had to watch my Mom, and now my nephew slowly die. I can't take any more of this than I already had/have.

 

[DawnCt1]

She obviously has the right to do this documentary if she wants, but I won't be watching. I, like other posters, have lost family to cancer. Not to be mean, but what makes her so special that she has her own show? One can just hope that she is doing it to help shed more light on her illness and push for more research.

I think it could be your last sentence or a way to have a tiny bit of control over a life she has no control over now. I too lost my mother to cancer, and my father as well. I understand that feeling entirely.

 

[Octoberbride03]

I don't know that I'll watch it. But I saw a short interview with Ryan O'neill the other day. It was Farrah's idea and her choice to film it. He said she stuck a camera in their friend's hand and said "film it all". So she did.

She had every right to film it and pick and choose what went in. She wanted it all filmed. I couldn't do that.

Dr. whatshisname is all hot air.

 

[lisajl]

I'm not sure if I will watch it, either. My father died of cancer when I was 15
I still have horrible memories of it and I am now 46. My wonderful sister in law died 7 years ago of ovarian cancer. She was only 48.
With that said, I am sure it will be an emotional tale of what she is dealing wiith right now.
I would not wish cancer on my worst enemy. Really.
It's a horrible thing to have to deal with.

 

[hichewlova]

Her life, her choice.

Agreed!

 

[Cool-Beans]

No, I wouldn't watch it. I always thought she was a flake, so had no interest in her personal life.

Plus, I've had patients with cancer. My mom has cancer. I don't have to watch TV to feel sorry for sick people. Enough drama in my personal life to worry about...not going to cry over someone I've never even met. I'll leave that to her family and her nurses.

eta: If she wants to put herself on TV while she's sick and other people want to watch it, I have no problem with that. Whatever floats your boat. Just not something I have any interest in seeing.

 

[C.Ann]

But I saw a short interview with Ryan O'neill the other day. It was Farrah's idea and her choice to film it. He said she stuck a camera in their friend's hand and said "film it all". So she did.

She had every right to film it and pick and choose what went in. She wanted it all filmed..

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Her choice.. Maybe she did this as an inspiration for others who are "fighting the fight".. I too have had many family members and friends die of cancer - some who are still fighting it.. That won't prevent me from watching it.. I think it's a courageous thing to do..

What time on the east coast?

I'll tape it and watch it at another time..

 

[momrek06]

I do have my Tivo set...not exactly sure when I will watch it.


I hope that her son gets some help for his behavior. That is sad for Farrah and for her son that at this time in their lives, he is locked up and getting only minimual visits with his mom.

 

[Ohiodislover]

My DVR is set.

 

[amid chaos]

I feel like the media is already eulogizing her and she isnt dead.

 

[C.Ann]

I feel like the media is already eulogizing her and she isnt dead.

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And on the other hand, if she is still conscious, it may make her very happy to know that her wishes were carried out with the broadcasting of this documentary tonight..

I just hope that she passes peacefully - without pain..

 

[rie'smom]

If it is what she wants, I have no problem with it.

 

[The Mystery Machine]

Anyone watching? So far so good and sad. Pretty interesting. They said she rejected a colostomy surgery. I wonder what that would have done for her?

 

[AnnaS]

I totally forgot about it. I wanted to watch it. What time did it start?

 

[Feralpeg]

I'm watching. In some ways, it brings back some not so good memories of my brush with cancer. But, I can also relate to her need to be able to have an outlet for her pain. Unless you've had cancer, it is really hard to understand the feelings. You feel very isolated. It seems like no one around you knows what is going on in your mind. And, for the most part, no one is willing to listen. I couldn't blame them, but it is really hard not being able to discuss the fear.

 

[minkydog]

This is a really well-done documentary. I really feel bad for her having to put up with the stupid papparazzi. Not only enduring terrible side effects of chemo and radiation, but you have to put up with people taking your picture when you're at your worst? Ugh.

I think this is a very touching and poignant film. I admire her strength. Farrah has put a face to the millions of people suffering with an un-sexy kind of cancer.

 

[NEVERENOUGHWDW]

Taping it right now.

What isn't a lawsuit these days? It's a disgrace

 

[DebbieB]

I just watched it. My Mom died in 2005 after a 9 1/2 year battle with breast cancer. She frequently said "no one understands how I feel". I don't think I realized until after she was gone how courageous she was, how much she really went through, how she kept strong for me. I think this documentary brings this out from the cancer victim's point of view. I thought it was well done. Our journey was similiar, ups and downs. Times when you think you have it beat, then bad news.

 

[MUFFYCAT]

It was sad. It must have been heart breaking for the family and Alana to tape.
Rather ironic that Ryan O'Neal is living his most famous role "A Love Story" .

 

[wvdisluv2]

Wow...bless her heart I hope her documentary helps others dealing with this horrific disease What an incredible woman~how brave she is....