About the Film
Every. Breath. Counts.
65_REDROSES is a personal and touching journey that takes an unflinching look into the lives of Eva Markvoort and her two online friends who are all battling cystic fibrosis (CF) – a fatal genetic disease affecting the lungs and digestive system. Unable to meet in person because of the spread of infections and super bugs, the girls have become each other’s lifelines online, providing unconditional love, support and understanding long after visiting hours are over. Now at a critical turning point in their lives, the film travels the distance the friends cannot go themselves, capturing the compelling and often heartbreaking realities they face, just trying to take each breath.
Support Cystic Fibrosis Awareness
Eva’s online name was 65_redroses – from “65 Roses” – a term coined by child CF sufferers who couldn’t pronounce cystic fibrosis. Eva added ‘red’ because it was her favourite colour.
Eva knew that a transplant would never cure her CF, but wanted what was most important to her – more time to spend with her loving friends and family. Eva Markvoort was an inspiration to people worldwide. Her undeniable strength, courage, and spirit have moved many people in the CF community and beyond.
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