"Living proof" movie posted on Lifetime
 

Thanks Rhonda, I eagerly clicked on the link but only to be told I could'nt view this video from my current country/location..thanks anyway!
I'll be interested to read what you all thought of it..

Tricia -
Someone will just have to send you a copy.

I think DVD as you have a different video system there.

Anyone have a copy they can send Tricia??

(Sorry I don't have DVR.)

Thanks for the thought Steph, I think we here in Europe use a different "region" of dvd to yourselves so it probably would'nt play anyway.
Thanks so much though and I've no doubt it'll get here eventually!! (We're usually a few months behind you guys for movie's)...

I just tried as well - same thing, can't see it from your current country/location - very weird - I'm in Canada - right on the border with the US, same TV systems etc.
I hope the DVD comes out soon.

all the best
caya

Living proof movie posted on Lifetime
 

Thanks for the link. My cable contract does not include Lifetime. I will try to watch it on the internet. Does anyone know where we can buy or rent a copy?

Thanks !
 

Thank you Rhonda....for posting this link. Lifetime was not on my cable package but was able to watch all 8 segments on this link. WOW.....glad ...so glad...some folks FIGHT for us ! Such brave HER2 sisters to lead the way. Did not know about the support of Revlon, Lilly T, and such a supportative wife. Goodness, I feel so blessed to have had all these fighters. It has been stated before by many but Joe and Christine, you must know that your site is my source.....my strength......my knowledge. All here ( sisters, brothers, care givers ) who share their goods and bads..highs and lows....questions and answers....discussion and debate. All of this gives me power and I love it!
Hugs, Bonnie

Good TV
 

I also watched it on the lifetime website. So glad some people in Hollywood are spending their time and money making movies about worthwhile topics. They didn't even have to over dramatize since it's a very dramatic story on its own. I cried, mostly tears of joy, though. Reminded me once again how truly fortunate we are to be on the receiving end of Dr. Slamon's work. Also, reminds me to appreciate and honor the women who didn't have the advantages we have now. They were brave and strong, even in the midst of their fear and weakness. I'm proud to be a woman, and determined to be a survivor, and grateful for our supportive community of women warriors and all the warriors searching for a cure and coming to our aide.
Love to you.

Over here in Hawaii, I am watching it right now (commercial time). Its very good. It is a real eye-opener to see how hard Dr. Slamon had to work to become successful.
Ooopsss....gotta go...its back on!

Elaine, how could your cable co. not include Lifeline? Are you sure? Over here in Hilo, Oceanic Time Warner, works for catching it. I think it is on again tomorrow. Email me and maybe I can help you.
Maryanne

Follow Up
 

Dr. Slamon, his wife and Barbara Bradfield. Barbara is still a survivor and living in the Northwest with her husband Dean.

A Young Dr. Slamon
 

This photo is complements of Phylicia:

Wow Joe...thanks for posting the pics!! Awesome!! I was just watching the part when he calls Barbara Bradfield to convince her to take the HER2 instead of go to Mexico!!
Dr. Slamon is so determined and driven! His wife is so understanding.
He is every bit as handsome in the pic as he is depicted in the movie too!!
In the early pic, which one is he?

Harrie -
Dr. Slamon is on the left in the above pic. He WAS quite young there!

Wow, he was really young when he was working on this project!

A Young Joe with Mrs. Dennis Slamon. She stoppred by our exhibit in San Antonio about 3 years ago. I was struck by the comment in the movie when Dr. Slamon told his wife that the long hours would be finished when Herceptin was FDA approved.

Mrs. Slamon confided in me that Dennis once spent 50 weekends away in one year.

Hey Joe - I think I took that pic with your camera.

The Mrs. was taking good care of the award her hubby had just been given, and a group of us had been in the front row during his acceptance speech. But it was more like a special lecture.

We also met Mike Shephard at the end of that lecture. Dr. Slamon was being congratulated and thanked by our group and Mike appeared so Dennis introduced us and said that he owed a lot to Mike in keeping Genentech with the project. (Mike was interested to meet some survivors due to Herceptin!)

Thanks for the memories! http://her2support.org/vbulletin/images/icons/icon7.gif

Hey there Handsome!!
So what yr was herceptin finally FDA approved? I thought I saw 1996. When it was approved, was it only for stage IV and then much later was it found to be effective for stage I?

For all those living outside the States and want to see the movie- My daughter (computer expert!) just told me if anyone captured the movie and can put it up on www.surfthechannel.com you can view it there.
I also was told my dvd player is region free so plays any dvd from anywhere in the world..if anyone does have a spare copy I'd be happy to cover any expense's incurred and then post it on to someone else??

I so love the pictures! Thanks Joe!

Great pictures Joe...how do you stay so young?

My incredible sister not only taped the movie for me on Tivo, but she also taped it on VHS!!! I got to watch the movie Saturday night when I got to her house after midnight. I haven't looked at the tape yet and I forgot it in Connecticut, but I'll get it next weekend. If the tape is good, I would be more than happy to put it on DVD. We can pass the DVD and VHS versions around. Just let me know which version you want. Send me your address privately and I'll make a list of where it will go next...I will also inquire about posting it on utube or a similar site. I don't want to infringe on copyright laws or anything.

Thank you Maryanne!
 

Thats a really kind offer and one I'd be thrilled to take up if your tape is okay, I can't wait to see it!
I'll send you a pm with my address etc and will be glad to post it on to the next happy recipient:)
Thank sis from all of us too, finger's crossed the tape's okay!

Living Proof - movie posted on Lifetime
 

I think Herceptin was approved in December, 1999. I started taking it in August, 2000 when I was stage 2.
By the way, here are some assorted links about the movie and Dr. Slamon. I don't know which ones have already been posted and which ones were not, so I will just post what I have.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbUbdOnsfao

http://www.uclahealth.org/popup_play...is_slamon.html

http://www.mylifetime.com/on-tv/full...deo/1859715049

http://www.mylifetime.com/on-tv/movies/living-proof
Enjoy !!
P. S. Does anyone know when and where we can purchase a DVD or VHS of Living Proof?

Thanks Maryanne - I will PM you with my address etc. and I too will be happy to pay the costs of shipping etc.

thanks
caya

Herceptin was approved in September 1998, it was fasttracked by the FDA after the June ASCO meeting where the results of the phase III trial was given.

Regards
Joe

My sister almost didn't believe me that people all over the world want that tape. I promise to make copies ASAP and get it out. I'm going to make a new thread so that others that want the tape/dvd don't miss my post....

I thought the movie was a good portrayal, except for the part where they say "Herceptin has no side effects" Of course I would still do it again even though I had trouble w/ heart function. I can't blame that all on Herceptin. I think Adrimyacin had a significant role in my heart issues. Also, I would make sure I walked every day (As my Oncologist recommended-He was even willing to write a prescription for me to golf once a week) I am sure that would of gone over like a lead balloon at work. My husband started silently crying while watching the movie. You know the sniff, sniff, I got something in my eye kinda crying. It did make me more determined than ever to participate in whatever trials are available if/when I get to the stage IV club. I really want to feel like I have contributed in some way to the next generation out there facing this craziness. Peace Karen

Maryann,

I may have to take you up on your offer. We have direct TV and of course, now we can't get it to tape the show. I will of course, pay you. I'm off now to see if it is working. Please keep me updated.

Karen

FDA approved Herceptin in October 1998
 

Iwanted to let you all know the date. It was an important date for me when I became Stage 4 in 19999 a few months after FDA approval of Herceptin for metastic patients. It's all a dream that came true.
Thanks everyone
Hugs Christne

My Experience...
 

I was dx in '95 and then recurred in mid Aug, '98. Found to be HER2+, as they were then testing for this. I had to request it! 80% positive. That's how they tagged it back then.

Herceptin was fast-tracked by the FDA due to demand and made available to all metastatic bc patients September 28, 1998. I began taking it in Nov., after 8 wks of Taxotere and CT scans to be sure it was working. It was. I remained on H till late this past July.

How lucky can a stage 4er get??? Just in the nick of time -- to save my life. After 12 yrs of unyielding determination and brilliance on Denny Slamon's part.

That first pic of Dennis, w/wife and Barbara Bradfield -- is that a halo around him???

With love, http://cdn-cf.aol.com/se/clip_art/gs...mals-butterfly

This is all so amazing. Thanks Joe, Christine....and everyone on this board :) .

Thanks for taking the time and making the effort for all of us Maryanne!

Thanks Christine for the date, I only knew it was approved here three weeks before my diagnosis in '05 and in fact was the first thing my surgeon told me when reading the path report. I do intend learning more of the back ground of how herceptin came about and appreciate every day how fortunate I was to receive this wonderful drug at early dx.