Archive · 7 Nov 2025
Sara Bareilles Inspired by Andrea Gibson's Cancer Journey in New Film
Imagine a singer named Sara who made a movie about a poet named Andrea.
Andrea was diagnosed with a serious illness but shared their journey online with a lot of bravery and even some jokes.
Sara was so impressed by how Andrea handled everything with kindness and strength, she wanted to help make a movie about it.
The movie, called 'Come See Me in the Good Light', shows Andrea's story and how they faced their sickness.
Sara even helped write a special poem for the movie that's all about love.
Even though Andrea's story is about a tough topic, Sara says the movie is actually very happy and inspiring, making you feel good about life.
The movie is like a big hug and will be available to watch soon.
Sara Bareilles was inspired by Andrea Gibson's approach to their cancer diagnosis, as documented in 'Come See Me in the Good Light'.
Bareilles joined the documentary project as an executive producer after connecting with Gibson's transparency and grace in facing illness.
Bareilles and Brandi Carlile collaborated on an original poem for the film, intended to leave the audience feeling 'love-soaked'.
Andrea Gibson, the subject of the film, passed away in July.
The film, which premiered at Sundance, is described as life-affirming and is set to be released globally on Apple TV on November 14.
- Who
- Sara Bareilles and Andrea Gibson
- What
- Sara Bareilles discusses her inspiration from poet Andrea Gibson's approach to their cancer diagnosis, as featured in the documentary 'Come See Me in the Good Light'.
- When
- Bareilles recently spoke at Deadline's Sound & Screen: Film event; the film premieres globally on November 14.
- Where
- Deadline's Sound & Screen: Film event; Sundance Film Festival; Apple TV.
- Why
- Bareilles was inspired by Gibson's transparency, vulnerability, humor, and grace in facing an incurable cancer diagnosis, and was involved in creating an original poem for the film's end.
- Film Title
- Come See Me in the Good Light
- Poet Featured
- Andrea Gibson
- Executive Producer
- Sara Bareilles
- Director
- Ryan White
- Film Premiere
- Sundance Film Festival
- Release Date
- November 14 on Apple TV
- Andrea Gibson's Passing
- July