The Art of Healing: A Journey Through Cancer

A video from ECU's archive of documentaries and teaching films.

This is a visual presentation of a case study undertaken by Carmen Zammit - an investigation into how art assists in the healing of a life-threatening illness.This program illustrates an inner journey undertaken by Dr Maria Weekes, a psychiatrist and psychotherapist, who was diagnosed with cancer (multiple myeloma) seven years previously.It shows Dr Weekes' engagement with art in her healing process, a process which unfolds as both life-affirming and spiritually enriching.

Produced by George Karpathakis.