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This short film offers a quiet, respectful exploration of Alzheimer's, told through intimate observation. Inspired by my best friend's grandmother, the project took shape over one and a half months of immersive visits to a local rehabilitation center. I connected with residents, recorded their daily lives, and edited the footage to express what words couldn’t.

Alzheimer’s may take away memory, but it cannot erase presence. Through silence, gaze, and gesture, these individuals still tell powerful stories—if we only choose to listen.

Rather than aiming to diagnose or define, the project invites the viewer to see. To slow down. To notice the world within these individuals—their emotions, rhythms, and humanity.

• Capturing expression when words are lost

• Conveying emotion without narration or interviews

• Editing through hours of footage while honoring each person’s dignity

• Developed deep empathy and observational storytelling skills

• Directed and produced all aspects: filming, interviewing, editing

• Created an emotional piece that continues to spark conversation about Alzheimer's and aging