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Deep Dive: A Still Small Voice (2023)

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A Still Small Voice
A Still Small Voice is a documentary that follows Mati, a chaplain at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, as she completes her year-long residency. The film captures her experiences providing spiritual care to patients and families facing significant life changes, particularly during the pandemic. Directed by Luke Lorentzen, the film emphasizes the emotional weight of these interactions and the importance of attentiveness in a chaotic hospital environment. The documentary features Mati's mentorship and training, highlighting the collaborative relationship between her and her mentor. Lorentzen's approach to filming is intimate, focusing on the quiet yet powerful moments that occur in the hospital. The film also addresses the need for support among caregivers, illustrating that those who help others often require help themselves.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Mati, a hospital chaplain at Mount Sinai.
  • •Find out how chaplains support families during crises.
  • •See the emotional impact of spiritual care in healthcare.

Did You Know

•The film premiered on January 21, 2023, at the Sundance Film Festival.
•Luke Lorentzen's sister Claire was a hospital chaplain in 2019.
•The film has a 92% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 26 reviews.
•It was shortlisted for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature at the 96th Academy Awards.

Perfect For

Healthcare professionalsDocumentary enthusiastsSpiritual care advocates