Looking Up
The inspiring story of Eitan Armon, a young man battling progressive blindness from Retinitis Pigmentosa, a rare genetic condition. Diagnosed while serving in the IDF, Eitan refuses to let his 95% vision loss define him. Determined to live boldly, he sets out to climb El Capitan, one of the world’s most challenging granite walls. With resilience, humor, and guidance from mentors like renowned positive psychologist Tal Ben-Shahar, retinal researchers Drs. Edwin Stone and Budd Tucker, and climbing partners Jay Lefkowitz and Willie Benegas, Eitan’s journey becomes a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit.
WHY WE LIKE THIS FILM: A special disabilities related program in collaboration with Jewish Family Service. The film features stunning videography and in inspiring story of dealing with personal challenges.
BONUS PROGRAMMING: Features an AJFF interview with filmmaker Elena Neuman, followed by a discussion including Jewish Family Serivce Disability and Inclusion Managers Whitney Emmons and Joshua Levy.
Showtimes
In-Person
5:00 PM — Evans Performance Center at Shalom Austin
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DETAILS
YEAR: 2025
RUN TIME: 72 Minutes
LANGUAGE(S): English
PREMIERE STATUS: Southwest Premiere
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CREDITS
DIRECTOR(S):Elena Neuman
CAST:Eitan Armon
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