Close Menu
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
    CelebMix
    • Entertainment
    • Theatre
    • Music
    • Film & TV
    • CelebMix Cares
    • Rising
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
    CelebMix
    Entertainment

    Review: Mind Over Matter, A documentary showing how Music really can change your life.

    Kelly McFarlandBy Kelly McFarlandMarch 1, 2019
    Facebook Twitter Reddit
    Share
    Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit WhatsApp

    We first heard about the Mind Over Matter documentary when we covered this years Mammoth Film Festival. We were then lucky enough to be able to watch the full documentary.

    Mind Over Matter wrote by Nate Adams and Sébastien Paquet ( who also directs the film) tells the true story of Brandon Mendenhall. A man with cerebral palsy overcoming a paralyzed left hand, bullies and stereotypes; dreaming of becoming a rock guitarist even while being told he will never succeed

    “They see the disability first and not the person.”

    Brandon Mendenhall

    Brandon was born premature, the umbilical chord wrapped around his neck, cutting off circulation to his brain. He was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, the name for a group of lifelong conditions that affect movement and co-ordination, caused by a problem with the brain that occurs before, during or soon after birth.

    He was told he would never play music. He was bullied horrifically as child because of his Cerebral Palsy.

    Brandon looked up to the band Korn. In particular, he related to their song Blind.

    He found he could relate it to what he went through as a child and it was “so impactful on my life.”

    All he wanted was to play guitar like his inspiration “Munky” from Korn. The desire to play the guitar and to prove his Grandfather,-who was his harshest critic- wrong, were the main reasons he rehabillitated his left hand. He was able to move his fingers individually after a couple of years. His speech and co-ordination also improved.

    The Mind Over Matter documentary is an intensely powerful story. It shows how music can heal, how music can bring people together and help them to improve their lives and follow their dreams. It is one of the most powerful and uplifting documentaries we have watched in awhile. It’s well worth a watch, A portion of the proceeds from the film are being donated UCP ( United Cerebral Palsy).

    You can watch Mind Over Matter here.

    Let us know what you think of the inspirational documentary, Mind Over Matter at @CelebMix!

    Share. Facebook Twitter Reddit

    MORE news from CELEBMIX

    BET Awards 2025: The Complete List of Winners

    COMPETITION: Win TWO tickets to see Mary J. Blige LIVE in Manchester!

    Tony Award Nominations 2025: George Clooney, Sarah Snook Among Top Contenders

    Mary J. Blige announces EXCLUSIVE UK headline show at Co-Op Live in Manchester

    Mariah Carey, Benson Boone & Lola Young all CONFIRMED for Capital’s Summertime Ball 2025

    Ian H Watkins announces details of debut children’s book ‘Pride and the Rainbow Warriors’

    LATEST FROM CELEBMIX

    Sabrina Carpenter Announces Bold New Album “Man’s Best Friend”

    June 14, 2025

    Zara Larsson Is Chasing Eternal Summer on “Midnight Sun”

    June 14, 2025

    BET Awards 2025: The Complete List of Winners

    June 10, 2025

    I Kissed A Girl Series 2 is Confirmed!

    June 9, 2025

    The Full 2025 Tony Awards Winners List

    June 9, 2025

    LOUISE INTERVIEW: “I feel I’ve earned the right to do what I want to do.”

    June 8, 2025

    Ellie Goulding and Marshmello join forces for the first time on “Save My Love”

    June 7, 2025

    Ed Sheeran explores the universal language of love on new track ‘Sapphire’

    June 6, 2025
    X (Twitter) Instagram Facebook
    • Contact Us
    • Write for CelebMix
    • Privacy Policy
    © 2025 CelebMix. All rights reserved.

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.