
As a total film buff, I was amazed to learn that director Evan Fischbach actually funded “Iron Lung” himself, pouring in $3 million of his own money! But what’s even more incredible is how he got it seen. He started small, releasing it in just 60 independent cinemas, and then relied on his fans to spread the word. They launched this amazing grassroots campaign, and it really worked – major theater chains took notice! Now, the film is playing on over 4,100 screens around the world and made over $21 million just on its opening weekend. It’s a truly inspiring story of independent filmmaking!