Paused: A Cancer Documentary

On December 22nd of 2021, I was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. On this day, my entire life paused. As I went through my journey of fighting cancer and enduring chemotherapy, I started to record my days when I was physically able to capture a story I hoped was worth telling. Revealing candid moments and recreations of the most complex struggles I have ever been through, I now give my story to you. All I desire is for the idea that anyone can fall and rise again stronger pushes forward in this documentary. For those who stuck with me through my hardest moments, thank you for helping me get to today.
Part of this production was shot and recorded at the Plattsburgh State Television Studio.
Directed and edited by Cole Kachejian
Studio Crew:
Technical Director / Audio Manager - Ixchel Granados
Executive Producer of PSTV / Camera OP - Jeffrey Koff
SFX by Zapsplat.com
Music Accreditations:
"The First Year" - an original song by Brian Kachejian, made for Paused: A Cancer Documentary.
Song Name: Better Days by Benjamin Tissot
Music I use: Bensound
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Song: Memories by Benjamin Tissot
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Song: Once Again by Benjamin Tissot
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Song: A New Beginning by Benjamin Tissot
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Song: Ofeliasdream by Benjamin Tissot
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Song: November by Benjamin Tissot
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Song: Sad Day by Benjamin Tissot
Music by: Bensound.com/free-music-for-videos
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[@mellieanne9387]

What a Beautiful and Inspiring young man you are! I just came across your story tonight, and i don't believe in coincidences, this strengthened my own faith. I'm a 74 year old Great Grandmother and I've had a good life dispite dealing with Sjogrens Disease most of my adult life. I can't wait to see what's in store for me for the rest of my life. Thank you for being so real and inspiring ❤

[@fainak5830]

You are not alone.
Thank you for sharing 🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@avalena444]

Oh Cole, I am so grateful that you're still here with us to tell your story. Thank you for being so transparent.

[@peterwentworth3010]

Honest personal and courageous beyond description. Stop what you’re doing right now and watch this!

[@ClassicRockHistory]

Heartbreaking and inspiring from a true hero.........

[@smeans6702]

Cole, Thank you for your openness and for putting into words emotions and feelings which I have had myself and found hard to understand. You are an inspiration. I am proud of you.

[@PaigeHughes-mj4wq]

❤

[@chrismckernan6945]

Hard to listen to. Hope life gets better

[@kathya1956]

Torture

[@denisepaulsenful]

Seriously? Torture? The guy is still here to tell his story. He survived. A lot don’t. That’s the torture.