For Barry to live someone must die

Barry's heart is failing. The next heart attack will be fatal. This real life documentary follows the personal struggle of a heart transplant patient before and after lifesaving surgery. It explores the changes in family relationships and what happens when Barry gets a second chance at life.

Produced with assistance from the PFTC, co-produced with ABC TV.

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Barry recovering from the operation

Nicole, Craig and Suzi film Margaret and the ICU nurse as they make Barry more comfortable

Dr Andrew Galbraith listens to Barry's new heart

Production Details
Type	Documentary
Duration	26.5 minutes
Genre	Medical, Relationships, Family
Target	30+ years
Status	Completed, 2001
Director	Nicole McCuaig
Producer/DOP	Craig Lucas
EP	Mark D Chapman
Network EP	Dasha Ross
Sound	Suzi Lucas
Broadcaster	ABC TV (Australia)
Origination	DVCam 16:9
Delivery	Digital Betacam 16:9