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200952 minPGdocumentary

Alda

200952 minPGdocumentary

A woman tosses a chicken from her balcony while managing her daily life with Alzheimer’s, which she calls “Alda.”.

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Viera Čakányová

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A woman tosses a chicken from her balcony while managing her daily life with Alzheimer’s, which she calls “Alda.”.

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Viera Čakányovádirector

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Mrs O. tosses a chicken from her balcony in Prague, where she navigates daily life with Alzheimer’s, which she affectionately calls “Alda.” She humorously believes her neighbor is a secret agent and sometimes imagines living under Communist rule. A list on her door details the friends and family members she permits to enter, even if she does not recognize them. Through her defiant spirit, Mrs O. offers a candid commentary on her experiences and perceptions.

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