Synopsis

​Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet is a feature-length documentary that tells the extraordinary story of Jason Becker, a musical prodigy and guitar legend, who has been battling with ALS for 22 years. A paralyzing, terminal illness with no cure, the disease has trapped Jason inside of his body rendering him completely immobile. Using an eye communication system invented by his father, Jason is able to escape the confines of his body and release the music that is trapped inside of his mind. Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet is a story of dreams, love and the strength of the human spirit.

The director

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  • Jesse Weill
  • Born in Philadelphia, Jessie Weill is a London-based film director who is an avid guitarist and guitar music lover. Jason Becker is his first feature film.