New documentary 'Brainstorm' explores epilepsy through personal lens
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November is Epilepsy Awareness Month and a new documentary by a Minneapolis-based filmmaker explores that subject through a personal lens.
Stacia Kalinowski had her first seizure when she was a junior at the University of Minnesota. She wouldn't be diagnosed with epilepsy until years later. When she lost her job, it set her on a path to learn about the neurological disorder that causes seizures and what she calls electric brainstorms.
Her documentary is called "Brainstorm" and it premieres Friday at 7 p.m. in Murphy Hall at the University of Minnesota. It will also air on Twin Cities Public Television. She spoke with MPR's Cathy Wurzer.
Click on the audio player above to hear their conversation.
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