Matthew Toffolo interviewed Edward Miskie about his documentary short film "Back to Normal," which explores the often overlooked experiences of cancer survivors after being declared cancer-free. Edward, a 14-year cancer survivor himself, explained that the film was inspired by the lack of narratives addressing the challenging transition period survivors face. He shared his personal journey of feeling displaced and the importance of connecting with others who shared similar feelings. Edward discussed the process of finding interview subjects through online communities and highlighted the candidness of the participants, including himself and two other main subjects, Megan and Victor. The conversation also touched on the physical and emotional changes survivors experience, the shift in relationships, and the broader impact of cancer on individuals and their communities. Edward mentioned his current work on developing a narrative project based on the documentary's themes and his involvement in advocacy and film events related to cancer survivorship. The interview concluded with praise for the film's production quality and the collaborative efforts of the team.

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