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Extremis

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Extremis is a 2016 American documentary short directed by Dan Krauss. Filmed with access to an intensive care unit, it examines decisions involving doctors, patients, and families when illness reaches an end-of-life stage, including the intersection of medical judgment, faith, and personal values. The film was released by Netflix and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject.

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What is Dan Krauss's film Extremis about?

Extremis follows doctors, patients, and families facing urgent end-of-life decisions in an intensive care unit. The 2016 documentary focuses on medical judgment, faith, uncertainty, and the emotional consequences of choosing treatment or comfort care.

Who directed Extremis, and what year was it released?

Extremis was directed by Dan Krauss and released in 2016. It is an observational documentary short rather than a scripted hospital drama.

Where can I watch Extremis?

Netflix distributes Extremis as a documentary short, although availability can vary by country. Netflix's listing identifies it as a 2016 film about end-of-life choices in a hospital ICU.

Was Extremis recognized at film festivals or awards?

The film premiered at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival and won Best Documentary Short there. Netflix also presents it as an Oscar-nominated documentary short.

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