A powerful short film with a stellar line-up has been released with the message: "When we stand up, we save lives".
The film highlights the positive change which can be achieved when humanity stands up for what it believes in.
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Stars featured include award-winning Hollywood actor David Oyelowo and Killing Eve actress Dame Harriet Walter. Paralympian Amy Conroy, actors Jason Watkins, Daniel Mays and Kadiff Kirwan complete the well-known line-up.
The famous faces appear alongside cancer patients, their loved ones, and medical staff as they call upon the nation to Stand Up To Cancer. Many have been touched by cancer in their lives.
Oyelowo talked about his personal connection to cancer, saying: "I'm Standing Up To Cancer in memory of my beloved father who sadly lost his life to colon cancer a year ago.
"I'm proud to be supporting the Stand Up To Cancer campaign which funds vital research that will save lives."
Walter also spoke about how cancer has touched her life. “Cancer has been an unwanted presence throughout my life; I've lost loved ones in the past and have loved ones currently going through treatment. I Stand Up To Cancer for everyone affected by this awful disease and urge you all to join me in supporting this incredibly important campaign.”
The Stand Up To Cancer campaign runs throughout October and will culminate in an awe-inspiring night of TV on Channel 4 on Friday 15 October.
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