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Goodbye Breasts! is an award winning documentary that chronicles the inspiring and offbeat recovery of Joanna Callaghan, a two-time hereditary cancer patient who takes a radically creative approach to healing after breast cancer treatment. Following a double mastectomy, Joanna reclaims her body in the most unexpected ways— building a giant inflatable breast, devising song-and-dance routines inspired by post-surgery exercises, and throwing a party to celebrate breasts. Her journey is not only one of physical healing but also a powerful exploration of body acceptance and resilience. Through a blend of self-shot footage, animation, and archival clips, the film brings humour and heart to the sensitive topic of breast cancer recovery. Joanna’s imaginative outlook shines through as she revisits her treatment, reconnects with family, and meets others to share stories. Along the way, she faces the emotional toll of illness, navigates her own transformation, and demonstrates the power of creativity as a tool for recovery. In this raw yet uplifting documentary, Goodbye Breasts! delivers a message of hope and joy, shedding light on the deeply personal and universal experiences of those affected by breast cancer. Joanna’s journey is both deeply individual and part of the larger conversation on illness, recovery, and the importance of community. With an inventive approach and a fresh perspective on breast cancer, this documentary inspires viewers to find humour, hope, and healing even in the most difficult circumstances.
- Year2025
- Runtime69 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited Kingdom, Australia
- Rating12A
- GenreDocumentary
- Subtitle LanguageEnglish
- Content WarningSome upsetting scenes
- SponsorUniversity of Sussex, Arts Council England, Macmillan Cancer Care, Chalk Cliff Trust, Pink Ribbon Foundation
- AwardsAudience Award, Cinecity Film Festival, Impact Award Iris Global Health Film Festival, Creative Impact Award, Sussex Cancer Research Centre
- Social Media
- DirectorJoanna Callaghan
- ProducerJoanna Callaghan
- Co-ProducerLiliana Gryzbowska
- CinematographerJoanna Callaghan, Joachim Bergamin, Candida Richardson
- EditorChiara Bellesia, Vera Simmonds
- AnimatorCaitlin McCarthy
- ComposerPeter Coyte
- Sound DesignChris Bullock, Anna Sulley, Andrew Wilson
- MusicPeter Coyte, June Miles Kingston, Simon Mawby
Goodbye Breasts! is an award winning documentary that chronicles the inspiring and offbeat recovery of Joanna Callaghan, a two-time hereditary cancer patient who takes a radically creative approach to healing after breast cancer treatment. Following a double mastectomy, Joanna reclaims her body in the most unexpected ways— building a giant inflatable breast, devising song-and-dance routines inspired by post-surgery exercises, and throwing a party to celebrate breasts. Her journey is not only one of physical healing but also a powerful exploration of body acceptance and resilience. Through a blend of self-shot footage, animation, and archival clips, the film brings humour and heart to the sensitive topic of breast cancer recovery. Joanna’s imaginative outlook shines through as she revisits her treatment, reconnects with family, and meets others to share stories. Along the way, she faces the emotional toll of illness, navigates her own transformation, and demonstrates the power of creativity as a tool for recovery. In this raw yet uplifting documentary, Goodbye Breasts! delivers a message of hope and joy, shedding light on the deeply personal and universal experiences of those affected by breast cancer. Joanna’s journey is both deeply individual and part of the larger conversation on illness, recovery, and the importance of community. With an inventive approach and a fresh perspective on breast cancer, this documentary inspires viewers to find humour, hope, and healing even in the most difficult circumstances.
- Year2025
- Runtime69 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited Kingdom, Australia
- Rating12A
- GenreDocumentary
- Subtitle LanguageEnglish
- Content WarningSome upsetting scenes
- SponsorUniversity of Sussex, Arts Council England, Macmillan Cancer Care, Chalk Cliff Trust, Pink Ribbon Foundation
- AwardsAudience Award, Cinecity Film Festival, Impact Award Iris Global Health Film Festival, Creative Impact Award, Sussex Cancer Research Centre
- Social Media
- DirectorJoanna Callaghan
- ProducerJoanna Callaghan
- Co-ProducerLiliana Gryzbowska
- CinematographerJoanna Callaghan, Joachim Bergamin, Candida Richardson
- EditorChiara Bellesia, Vera Simmonds
- AnimatorCaitlin McCarthy
- ComposerPeter Coyte
- Sound DesignChris Bullock, Anna Sulley, Andrew Wilson
- MusicPeter Coyte, June Miles Kingston, Simon Mawby



