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Deep Dive: Alive Inside (2014)

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Alive Inside
Alive Inside: A Story of Music and Memory is a 2014 documentary directed and produced by Michael Rossato-Bennett. The film premiered at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival and won the Audience Award in the U.S. Documentary category. It focuses on neurological diseases like Alzheimer's and dementia, presenting a treatment option that aims to enhance the quality of life for patients through music therapy. The documentary features interviews with experts in neurology and geriatrics, as well as personal stories from patients. It emphasizes the importance of personalized music playlists tailored to the musical preferences of elderly patients, illustrating how music can evoke memories and improve emotional well-being in individuals suffering from cognitive decline.

Why Watch

  • •Meet patients whose lives change with music therapy.
  • •Find out how personalized playlists can aid memory.
  • •See insights from experts like Bobby McFerrin.

Did You Know

•The film won the Audience Award at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival.
•It has a runtime of 74 minutes.
•The documentary includes interviews with experts in neurology and geriatrics.

Perfect For

Music therapy enthusiastsAlzheimer's awareness advocatesGeriatric care professionals