on dying of dementia in a capitalist system
O N D Y I N G O F D E M E N T I A I N A C A P I T A L I S T S Y S T E M ( 2 0 2 5 )
After a violent episode on Memorial Day, we placed my partner Jim in memory care. 11 weeks later he died. This short film, made in collaboration with Chilean animators Sebastián Bisbal and Natalie Johns with sound design by Andrew Garrison, explores the contradiction between for-profit institutions and the deep humanity of care workers and residents. The piece ends in healing. The truth of observation is seared into my heart.
15:07 min / Animated Documentary Shortflim
On streaming on PBS
Animation and Art by Natalie Johns & Sebastián Bisbal (Koneko Lab)
Directed by Anne Lewis
Sound Design and Mix by Andy Garrison
Animation Assistant Natalie Fernanda Johns
A W A R D S
2025 Best Documentary Short” Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation and Technology
O F F I C I A L S E L E C T I O N S
EMEAK Film Festival 2025, Tarnos, France