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When three of their four children are diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a rare and incurable disease that leads to severe visual impairment, the Pelletier family’s world changes forever. In the face of this life-altering news, Edith Lemay, Sébastien Pelletier and their children set out on a trip around the world to experience all its beauty while they still can. As they fill their memories with breathtaking destinations and once-in-a-lifetime encounters, the family’s love, resilience and unshakeable sense of wonder ensure that their uncertain future does not define their present.
In UK and Irish cinemas from 22 November. Read more…
THE PELLETIER FAMILY
Based in Montreal, French Canadian couple Edith Lemay and Sébastien Pelletier are parents to Mia, Léo, Colin and Laurent. Mia was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa at age 7, as were her younger brothers, Colin and Laurent. While spending a year traveling the world together, the family received extensive media attention, including from The New York Times, “Good Morning America,” BBC, CNN and The Guardian.
Leo, Colin, Laurent, Mia, Sebastien Pelletier, a local sherpa, and Edith Lemay take a brief rest while trekking to the Poon Hill viewpoint in Nepal. (Credit: MRC/Jean - Sébastien Francoeur)
EDITH LEMAY
In her professional life, Edith specializes in continuous improvement and business intelligence. As a former resort activity coordinator, she has no shortage of ideas to entertain her little troupe. She is passionate about sunsets and water sports, particularly scuba diving. During the trip, Edith was responsible for the luggage, schooling, meals, and social media. She is rarely seen in photos because she is always behind the camera and will publish a forthcoming book in French about their adventure.
SÉBASTIEN PELLETIER
An accountant by training, Sébastien now works in finance. He has a unique talent for making their children laugh. Very athletic and a bit of a daredevil, Sébastien needs to stay active, with his favorite activities being soccer, hockey, mountain biking, hiking and snowboarding. He was responsible for the trip budget and logistical planning, including transportation, accommodations and activities.
MIA (currently 13 years old)
The family’s second mom, funny and generous, Mia loves taking charge of her little brothers and organizing activities. Always brimming with ideas and projects, she’s a true leader. An avid reader, Mia has a passion for dance and the performing arts.
LÉO (currently 11 years old)
A little tropical storm—either it’s sunny skies or a hurricane—Léo is energetic, wildly imaginative and drawn to fantasy worlds, Legos and books. Recently, he’s developed a passion for “Dungeons & Dragons.” Generous and empathetic, he makes friends wherever he goes.
COLIN (currently 9 years old)
Half athlete, half Brainy Smurf, Colin loves soccer, cats and trains. He is hardworking and helpful, and he loves counting money. Though more reserved than the others, Colin doesn’t let anyone push him around.
LAURENT (currently 7 years old)
The family clown and the youngest of the bunch, Laurent knows just how to melt everyone’s hearts. His curiosity is boundless, and with him, one question quickly follows another. Always dreaming up new ideas and future plans, Laurent never has a moment to be bored. He loves tickling and is a huge “Star Wars” fan.
