This really is a beautifully told documentary about someone who is remarkable. It's clear that Ibelin was a really kind and selfless person and that's clearly demonstrated throughout his online community. The impact he has made on others is truly inspiring.
The documentary delves into his personal struggles, not only with how he was doing physically and the deterioration caused from his illness, but also how it affected him mentally which affected his online presence. I'm glad he shared his blog to others and saw how others appreciated him after this.
The stories from the people he has helped was really heartwarming and shows how lovely he is as a person and as a friend.
The ending really did make me tear up! It felt like I had known and experienced him myself, so the ending really made me upset, as if I was seeing my own friend leave.
Not only does the documentary capture Ibelin's wonderful presence and depict his amazing impact on others, it also shows how important these games can be. In situations where somebody is unable to or has difficulty doing certain things, either through physical or mental illness, it provides a platform to be able to do these things. To love, to build real friendships, to have a community, to make a difference in the life of others is so important for the heart and mind. As well as being a place for having fun and gaming, it enables people to be whoever they want to be.
This documentary really does have everything; awareness of his condition, the impact it had on his life, the impact he had on so many other people, the battle of not wanting people to treat you differently, and the importance open-world games can have on people's lives.
I smiled, I laughed, I cried. 10/10 documentary.