The Good Death

The Good Death

2018 · 83 min · ★ 7.2 · Documentary, TV Movie, Drama

Janette is terminally ill and wants to die in a dignified way but this is not permitted under British law. She refuses to wait for death in unbearable pain so she opts for a physician-assisted suicide in Switzerland. Before departing on the final journey she has to explain her intention to the family members and close friends.

Directed by Tomáš Krupa · Written by Lukáš Hanulák

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