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Brad Cohen, TS Awareness advocate (as seen on Oprah) and author of "Front of the Class", has a movie coming out! The movie shares his story of resilience and will be aired on the Hallmark channel.
Visit his website here for more information!
I interviewed Mr. Cohen one Saturday morning; he's so cool! He's a strong role model for people with TS or any other struggle and I hope you will all check out the interview.
Click the links for Part 1 and Part 2
From the Tourette Syndrome Associaton:
Click the image for Mr. Cohen's website.
An Inspiring, True Story about a Young Man's Triumph over Tourette Syndrome
The national Tourette Syndrome Association, Inc. is very excited to announce the Hallmark Hall of Fame TV presentation of Front of the Class, which will premiere this Sunday, December 7 at 9:00 pm EST on CBS. Front of the Class i s inspired by the true story of Brad Cohen, a young man diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome who overcomes considerable odds to become a gifted teacher. Based on Brad's award winning book, Front of the Class: How Tourette Syndrome Made Me the Teacher I Never Had, this poignant TV feature is an accurate and inspiring depiction of this much misunderstood neurological disorder.
Following is a personal message from Brad Cohen: "It has always been my goal to be the voice for so many people who couldn't stand up and speak for themselves. On December 7th, it is my hope to touch people in a way they have never been touched before. I want them to see Front of the Class and be inspired to push a little harder and give a little more. I want there to be more education about Tourette Syndrome in the hope that children today live a better life than I had growing up. I hope my story enriches the life of each of you."
The adult Brad is played by Jimmy Wolk (The Spiral Project) and young Brad is played by Dominic Scott Kay (Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End). Patricia Heaton (Everybody Loves Raymond) and Treat Williams (Everwood) play Brad's parents. We encourage you to share this email with friends, family, educators, physicians, neighbors and co-workers, so they can have an opportunity to view a factual, educational and heartwarming portrayal of someone with Tourette Syndrome.
If you are unable to view or record the movie, a DVD of the film will be available for purchase starting the end of January, 2009 at Hallmark Gold Crown Stores across the country. If the store nearest you does not have it in stock, any Hallmark Crown Store will be able to order it for you. It will not be available for online purchase and only available in Hallmark stores.