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Rising Like A Phoenix: Natalie Barnhard-Castrogiovanni

Natalie Barnhard-Castrogiovanni's life changed in an instant due to a tragic accident. Rising Like a Phoenix tells the story of how she fought to rebuild her life with strength, purpose, and heart. In 2004, Natalie was a 24-year-old physical therapist assistant when a 600-pound piece of exercise equipment fell on her, crushing her spine and leaving her paralyzed. What followed was months of trauma, surgeries, and a long road of rehabilitation that took her from Buffalo to the Shepherd Center in Atlanta. Her recovery wasn’t easy. She faced loss, heartbreak, and moments of doubt but she refused to let the injury define her. Through years of therapy, advocacy, and sheer determination, Natalie found her new purpose: helping others facing the same challenges. That purpose became The Motion Project Foundation, a state-of-the-art spinal cord injury recovery center in Buffalo, New York. It’s a space built for progress and community, not a hospital, but a home for hope. The center provides access to advanced equipment, activity-based therapy, peer support, and advocacy for people living with spinal cord injuries. Natalie’s mission is simple but powerful: to give others what she didn’t have early on, and to make sure no one goes through this journey alone. Today, she continues to lead The Motion Project Foundation as its founder and president. She’s also a motivational speaker, advocate, and newlywed, married to Steve Castrogiovanni, whose background in caregiving helped shape their shared life of service and strength. This film is a look at what it means to rebuild from the ground up. It’s about loss, love, and rediscovery. It’s about Natalie, her family, and the community that rose beside her. To learn more or support The Motion Project Foundation, visit motionprojectny.org About Buffalo Videography Buffalo Videography is led by filmmaker Dan Oshier, a Buffalo-based producer, director, and cinematographer passionate about telling real stories with heart and purpose. From local businesses and community stories to national productions, Dan brings cinematic storytelling and authenticity to every project. Contact: www.BuffaloVideography.com info@buffalovideography.com 716.249.4994 Follow on social: Instagram: @BuffaloVideography Facebook: facebook.com/BuffaloVideography YouTube: @DanOshierProductions