Rare Frequencies is a film which draws upon conversations with people impacted by rare health conditions, recorded with members of the public, patients and practitioners involved in genomic medicine. Exploring the definition and frequency of rare conditions, the discussions are combined with footage filmed at a nature reserve in Manchester, UK, where native mossland plants have been reintroduced to restore and protect a rare peatbog habitat. With an original and evocative soundtrack score, the documentary connects together themes of environmental, social and personal healthcare, in the context of lived experience, shared similarities and natural ecologies.

Filmed, edited and directed by Nick Jordan
Soundtrack score composed & performed by Otis Jordan
Audio interviews from RARE/D podcast series

Filming location: Little Woolden Moss Nature Reserve, Manchester, UK
Location production assistant: Dave Griffiths

Special thanks to all RARE/D podcast participants and
The University of Manchester, Manchester Centre for Genomic Medicine
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

supported by Economic and Social Research Council
Eurordis - Rare Diseases Europe