Many people see video games as trivial distractions, a way to pass the time. The Remarkable Life of Ibelin shows how online worlds can become a lifeline for those isolated in the real one.
The documentary follows Mats Steen, a Norwegian boy diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. As his ability to move and breathe declined, his parents worried he was withdrawing from life, spending most of his time playing World of Warcraft.
When Steen passed away at 25, his parents posted an announcement of his death on his blog. They never expected what happened next—a flood of heartfelt messages from people around the world, sharing stories of how their son had impacted their lives.
