You Don't Have to Die

You Don't Have to Die is a 1988 American short documentary film about a young boy (Jason Gaes) and his successful battle against cancer, directed by Malcolm Clarke and Bill Guttentag.

Production
Some scenes were animated by John Canemaker.

Accolades
In 1989, it won an Oscar for Documentary Short Subject at the 61st Academy Awards.

Cast

 * Jason Gaes as himself
 * Adam Gaes as himself
 * Craig Gaes as himself
 * Geralyn Gaes as herself
 * Melissa Gaes as herself
 * Tim Gaes as himself