Home for Life
Originally released in 1966. Home for Life is a documentary film. directed by Gerald Temaner. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Depicts the experiences of two elderly people in their first month at a home for the aged--a man, isolated from the world he knew, and a woman, wrenched from a family setting. The film focuses on the feelings of the two new residents in their encounters with other residents, medical staff, social workers, psychiatrists and family. A touching, sometimes painfully honest dramatic experience, it is valuable for in-service staff training, and for all other audiences both professional and non professional, interested in the problems of the aged.
Quick Facts
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Kartemquin Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Home for Life about?
Depicts the experiences of two elderly people in their first month at a home for the aged--a man, isolated from the world he knew, and a woman, wrenched from a family setting. The film focuses on t...
Who directed Home for Life?
Home for Life was directed by Gerald Temaner.
How long is Home for Life?
Home for Life has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Home for Life released?
Home for Life was released on June 1, 1966 in theaters.