What would you learn about aging and dementia, if you actually lived in a nursing home? That’s the question posed by 26-year-old Teun Toebes in the entertaining and revelatory impact
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... an engaging and interesting film that’s anything but bleak.
The Sydney Film Festival always offers up a diverse and fascinating array of features, docos and events…and this year is no different. After a stroll through the extensive 2026 programme,
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… the human story is touching …
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… a strong documentary, underlined with humour, hope and compassion.
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This results in a rich and immersive film that challenges dominant historical narratives and restores voice to those who have long been silenced…
The Australian filmmaker delivers the feature length documentary Trade Secret, which is gaining momentum after more than 10 years in the making, resonating with the likes of Adam McKay, Anthony
First time feature director Anna Trichet-Laurier discusses the making of NANSIE, a documentary where the personal met the professional. Nansie is screening during Dementia Action Week, 15 - 21 September
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… moving and uplifting …
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... important, fairly hopeful and very watchable ...