Down the Rabbit Hole (2019)
Overview
James Roddie is a caver, climber and a professional photographer. He’s also a 30-year-old man with an eating disorder. After the death of his father, James deals with it the best way he knows how – heading underground with his camera. Delving into his story, James candidly explores why caving, adventure, and mental health are so intricately tied together.
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| Budget | $0.00 |
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| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.431 |
Directed By
Mike Webster
Crew
Mike Webster
TOP CAST
James Roddie
Himself
Mike Webster
Himself
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