Ahead of the world premiere at Tribeca Festival, here is the first look teaser trailer for Matter of Time, a documentary chronicling the fight to cure Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), set against the backdrop of Eddie Vedder’s 2023 benefit concerts at Seattle’s Benaroya Hall. All proceeds from these concerts went directly to EB Research Partnership (EBRP), the world’s largest organization funding research for EB, with the ambitious goal of finding a cure by 2030.
Jill and Eddie Vedder co-founded EBRP with a group of families, with the intent of curing this devastating disease, working tirelessly to raise awareness and drive resources toward groundbreaking research.
Jill Vedder, co-founder and chairwoman of EBRP, emphasized the urgency behind the mission, “It’s amazing to witness how far we’ve come. Epidermolysis Bullosa may be rare, but through the tireless work of our community, our message is reaching more people than ever. This is more than awareness; it’s an urgent push to cure EB by 2030, and together, I know we can make it happen”
Produced by Door Knocker Media in association with EB Research Partnership and the Vitalogy Foundation, Matter of Time blends powerful music with the poignant, real-life stories of patients, families, researchers, and thought leaders, revealing how determination and innovation are paving the way toward a cure. The film shows a community fiercely dedicated to ending EB, capturing the spirit, resilience, and grit needed to tackle this challenging but achievable mission.
“The concert wasn’t just about music; it was about amplifying the voices of a small but mighty community that refuses to let this disease define them,” said Matt Finlin, the film’s director. “Through the Vedders’ dedication and the efforts of everyone involved, this documentary demonstrates to the world how, even against all odds, real change is within reach.”
“We are so grateful to the music community, and the entire team who made these concerts and this film possible,” said Eddie Vedder. “This is a story of hope, resilience, and the power of community.” In addition to Vedder’s powerful concert performances, Matter of Time will feature a film score by Broken Social Scene, longtime advocates for the EB community.
Watch the official teaser trailer for Matter of Time.