Andy Whitfield doco seeks donations

Filmmakers behind a documentary following Spartacus: Blood and Sand star Andy Whitfield's battle with cancer are asking fans for support.

The Australian actor died last September at the age of 39 only 18 months after being diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins lymphoma.

The film, by director Lilibet Foster, follows Whitfield and his family over the course of more than a year while he dealt with his diagnosis and explored both medical and alternative healing option in Australia, New Zealand and India.

This unprecedented access and his openness and honesty give the audience an intimate look into his personal life.

"It was Andy's hope that by opening his story up to a documentary, he might help or inspire others facing similar challenges, while pushing to accelerate the pace of cancer research around the world,"  the filmmakers say.

"We now need your help to finish it. The money we raise on Kickstarter will fund the additional filming and editing needed to finish the film.".

You can also read more on the film's Facebook page.

Watch the trailer here (but make sure to have some tissues ready).

- Cover Media