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202539 minGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Life Stories Art History

Carol & Joy

202539 minGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

98-year-old Joy Kane plays piano and shares stories with her daughter Carol, reflecting on their artistic lives across two centuries.

Life Stories Art History

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98-year-old Joy Kane plays piano and shares stories with her daughter Carol, reflecting on their artistic lives across two centuries.

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Nathan Silver

Nathan Silverdirector

Carol Kane

Joy Kane

Jeremy Bentoncast

Harrison Liebmancast

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Joy Kane, a 98-year-old music teacher and former dancer, sits at the piano with her daughter Carol. They share stories from their lives, reflecting on their artistic journeys. The film captures their bond during an afternoon together, revealing their experiences across two centuries. Directed by Nathan Silver, "Carol & Joy" runs for 39 minutes and presents a personal look at family and creativity.

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