The story of Philippe Ribiere

An orphan child of forbidden love

diagnosed with a Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome

becomes a professional climber and is after 30 years

searching for his natural mother and the meaning of love.

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THE STORY

In 1977, Philippe Ribiere was born in Martinique and diagnosed with Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome. Abandoned by his parents, he was left at the hospital, where he spent the first four years of his life and underwent a series of arm and leg operations.

He is alone and different. At the age of 4, he was taken to France and adopted by a French family. In 1994, Philippe discovered climbing, which offered a greater challenge to him that it would have to others. Through climbing, he also discovered how to turn his handicap into an advantage, and so made his way into society.

The story of Philippe Ribiere is a story of loneliness, a search for answers, and the discovery of what it means to be different. It is a story of courage, will, fearlessness, freedom, a search for love, and the ability to overcome the impossible.

WILD ONE TOUR

Are you interested in bringing The Wild One to a screen near you?

The story of Philippe Ribiere is truly an inspirational one. His journey was long and strenuous, and full of struggle and growth, just like everything else in this life. The Wild One shows us that we can surpass our disabilities, overcome our inner challenges, and find courage, freedom and ultimately, love.

Are you interested in bringing The Wild One to a screen near you? A blu-ray copy of the film along with the rights to host a private screening of the film are purchasable through FilmIt. Philippe Ribiere is also available for motivational speeches on how and why he embraces all that life has to offer. For more information about hosting a screening of The Wild One or scheduling a talk by Philippe Ribiere, please contact slavc@filmit.si