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Colin Farrell and his longtime friend Emma Fogarty are preparing for an extraordinary journey in the first trailer for The Slightest Touch, an upcoming documentary exploring friendship, resilience and the determination to defy expectations.
Directed by Rachel Fleit, the HBO documentary follows Fogarty, who lives with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), a rare genetic condition that causes the skin to blister and tear from even the slightest touch. As she approaches her 40th birthday, a milestone doctors once believed she might never reach, Fogarty sets herself an ambitious challenge: completing the Dublin Marathon alongside Farrell.
The newly released trailer offers an intimate look at Fogarty’s life, highlighting the daily challenges of living with a condition that causes significant pain while celebrating her determination to live life on her own terms. Rather than allowing her diagnosis to define her, Fogarty continues to pursue her dreams, drawing strength from the people who stand beside her.
At the heart of the documentary is the enduring friendship between Fogarty and Farrell. The actor reflects on his own personal struggles and the profound influence their relationship has had on both of their lives, providing an emotional dimension to a story that extends well beyond the marathon itself.
One of the trailer’s most moving moments comes during the Dublin Marathon, when Farrell pushes Fogarty’s wheelchair through the final four kilometres. The distance carries particular significance, with each kilometre representing a decade of Fogarty’s life as she approaches the milestone age of 40.
Through their shared journey, The Slightest Touch examines the power of human connection and what it means to confront seemingly impossible challenges with courage, determination and the support of a trusted friend.
Directed by Rachel Fleit, the documentary promises a deeply personal portrait of a woman whose life challenges conventional expectations of what is possible, alongside a friendship that has helped make an extraordinary goal achievable.
The Slightest Touch will debut on HBO, with streaming available on HBO Max from November 25, 2026.
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