Lambert vs. Lambert: Over His Dead Body
Overview
Vincent Lambert's death on July 11, 2019, at the Hospital of Reims marked the culmination of a complex saga that spanned over ten years, intertwining family disputes, medical ethics, legal battles, and political debates. This gripping narrative explores how the struggle over Lambert's fate sparked a nationwide discourse on the profound issues of life and death, revealing unexpected societal implications. As his family's conflict played out in the media, it challenged deeply held beliefs and forced society to confront its values regarding end-of-life decisions.
Episodes
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1
A Broken Family
Vincent Lambert, a vibrant young man, devoted nurse, and father to a newborn daughter, suffers a devastating car crash that leaves him in critical con...
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2
From Family Feud to Affair of State
A physician makes the controversial choice to halt Vincent's feeding without notifying his family, creating turmoil among them. Some relatives are fie...
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3
The Spiral
The Lambert case ignites intense emotions both on the streets and across social media, with no topic left untouched. Amid threats and mounting pressur...
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4
The Final Act
Eleven years post-accident, Vincent’s wife, Rachel, and his mother, Viviane, are fiercely determined to honor their commitments and beliefs as they ...
