Christopher

Christopher Harmon has multiple disabilities resulting from an extremely rare neurological condition called Spinocerebellar Degeneration that was diagnosed when he was eight. Originally believed to be terminal, the progressively degenerative disorder has rendered him deaf, legally blind, quadriplegic and dependent on a respirator. Because of the combined effects of hearing loss and a tracheotomy, he has no voice. Paralyzed, he cannot write or type. He communicates through sign language interpreters.
He was a prisoner of silence until he discovered the power of imagination.
His books and his new screenplay SPARKLE, SERENA! have become the gateway between Christopher's inner world and the "normal" outer world: the energy of creativity finds a way for his voice to flourish and once again be heard.
In the quest to see his screenplay SPARKLE, SERENA! achieve fruition, Christopher has established an independent film company, Legacy Pictures, Inc. The Minnesota-based company is dedicated to the development and production of quality family entertainment. As the story of indie filmmaking often goes, a crucial step in getting his feature-length musical on the silver screen is to raise a minimum of $100,000 in start-up funds. No problem. PPL Micro Studios is up to the challenge and will produce a Comedy Fundraiser at the famed Acme Comedy Co. in August, 2008. Four of America's most popular stand-up comedians will take the spotlight during the two-show performance. It will be a night of gut-busting laughter headlining Emo Philips and featuring: Jackie Kashian, L.C. Monty Jr. and Rich Kronfeld.
Take a moment to view “Talking Movie, Silent Life,” a three-minute trailer spotlighting Christopher and the Legacy Pictures film project. Additional information about the Comedy Fundraiser is available at the Legacy Pictures website at legacypicturesinc.com/fundraiser.htm .

“Talking Movie, Silent Life”
Music by Mike Garson, legendary pianist for David Bowie