FREMONT, Calif., May 2, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- What if you died because your hospital considered you an expendable commodity? Across the country, hospital administrators are playing a deadly game with patients' lives. Now, doctors are speaking out. From ORB Films comes "Life For Sale", a gripping exploration of one of healthcare's most shocking secrets. Is your life for sale?
Premiere at the Building of Congress at 6:30pm on Monday, May 12, 2008. Location of the Room: "Ways and Means Room" at Cannon Building, Building of Congress, Washington, D.C.
"Life For Sale," an 80-minute documentary directed by Kimberli Zou and produced by Allen Zou, will premiere at 6:30pm at the Building of Congress in Washington, D.C. on May 12. The film explores the reasons why hospitals are discharging insured patients who need continued hospitalization: Someone is being bribed to gamble with life -- but who, how, and why?
Today's healthcare costs are at an all-time high, and malpractice rates are climbing steadily. Yet some hospitals are making a fortune at patients' expense. The results are deadly, yet no one is being held accountable. In "Life For Sale," affected individuals -- from patients to top-level healthcare officials -- speak out about the corruption, exposing the sinister side of healthcare. Unlike Michael Moore's "Sicko," this film offers an inside view, revealing real-life experiences of people who live and work within the healthcare system.
The film breaks new ground in the documentary genre, presenting its message in a fast-paced and engaging format. Passionate directing and powerful content make "Life for Sale" a dramatic, lively expose. The production received an Honorable Mention from The Accolade Competition in 2008. The Accolade recognizes film, television and videography professionals who demonstrate exceptional achievement in craft and creativity and those who produce standout entertainment or contribute to profound social change. Entries are judged by highly qualified professionals in the film and television industry.
Director and Editor Kimberli Zou became involved when a loved one fell victim to healthcare corruption. Touched by the horrifying stories of unexpected and unjust deaths, she investigated the controversy and now presents this outstanding feature documentary. She hopes that "Life For Sale" will promote awareness leading to a positive change. Zou has a B.F.A. in Graphic Design from Brigham Young University. Other contributors include Lisa Li, script writer; Alex Michael, screenwriting consultant; Stanley Cheng, camera director; Sybil Cheng, production manager; Evelyn Li, M.D., medical consultant; Felix Cheung, light director; Jonathan Robert C., sound director. The film features the voice talents of Jana Grant.