Be Here Now: Andy Whitfield's Inspiring Cancer Documentary

The Story Behind the Documentary

A documentary film crew followed actor Andy Whitfield (Spartacus: Blood and Sand) and his family during the final months of his battle with cancer. Titled "Be Here Now," the film is set for release in late July.

According to Whitfield’s representative, the documentary aims to:
- Inspire others facing similar health challenges
- Raise awareness for accelerating cancer research

The Meaning Behind "Be Here Now"

During his treatment, Whitfield and his wife, Vashti, got matching tattoos with the phrase "Be Here Now" as a reminder to live in the moment.

Vashti explained in an interview:

"It was our way of saying that whatever happened, we would live in the moment."

Key Message from the Trailer

The documentary trailer features Whitfield’s powerful perspective on his journey:

"In my heart I am convinced that this is all meant to be. I’m supposed to be right here right now and I’m open to the journey and to the discoveries and to the adventure of all of this. 'Be Here Now' is all about being present and not fearing what you don’t know."

How to Watch and Support

The documentary begins with a call for donations to cancer research before showing the official trailer.

Key Details:
- Release Date: Late July
- Purpose: Inspiration and cancer research advocacy
- Theme: Mindfulness in the face of adversity

This moving documentary serves as both a tribute to Whitfield’s legacy and a call to action for cancer awareness.