Despite Everything – Nonostante Tutto

About the Film

Nonostante Tutto (“Despite Everything”) is a documentary short telling the story of Ilaria Brugnoli, a blind, para- triathlete living with Myasthenia Gravis (MG) It is a portrait of a truly remarkable woman who continues to pursue her passion for triathlon and trail running despite living with the dual challenges of a severe autoimmune disease and visual impairment.

Nonostante Tutto (“Despite Everything”) is an intimate portrait of one woman’s determination to explore her limits and inspire others to do so, regardless of the challenges they face. It provides insight into a remarkable athlete, the challenges posed by her disabilities and the incredible team that supports her.

About Myasthenia Gravis (MG)

Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is a chronic neuromuscular disease that causes weakness in the voluntary muscles. Voluntary muscles include muscles that connect to a person’s bones, muscles in the face, throat, and diaphragm. They contract to move the arms and legs and are essential for breathing, swallowing and facial movements. Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease, which means that the body’s defence system mistakenly attacks healthy cells or proteins needed for normal functioning. The onset of the disorder may be sudden. Symptoms may not be immediately recognized as myasthenia gravis. The degree of muscle weakness involved varies greatly among individuals.

Film Festival Screenings

Despite Everything has been selected for a number of Film Festivals. Details and links to tickets can be found below.

Details of additional screenings will be released when they become available. If you would like to know more about the film and/or would like to host a screening please get in touch at clive@makingthemostofnow.co.nz.

Stills from Despite Everything

Film Production

Despite Everything was produced with our partner SilverEye Films. It was filmed and directed by Matt Jenke with support from Milan based film maker Riccardo Landi . It was filmed on location in San Remo and at the Besta Institute, Milan.

Despite Everything was made with the support of Argenx and Associazione Italiana Miastenia e Malattie Immunodegenerative – Amici del Besta (AIM).