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CHSLD is a Canadian short documentary directed by François Delisle, focusing on his mother’s life in a nursing home. The film presents an intimate portrait, capturing the daily experiences and environment of residents in the facility. It is a personal narrative that reflects on aging and care within the context of a nursing home setting.
The film premiered on September 5, 2020, at the Off-Courts short film festival in Trouville-sur-Mer, France, and later had its Canadian premiere at the 2020 Montreal International Documentary Festival. CHSLD received a nomination for Best Short Documentary at the 9th Canadian Screen Awards, indicating its recognition within the Canadian film industry.
Why Watch
- •Meet François Delisle's mother in a nursing home.
- •See the daily life of nursing home residents.
- •Find out about the film's festival premieres.
Did You Know
•CHSLD premiered on September 5, 2020, in France.
•The film had its Canadian premiere at the 2020 Montreal International Documentary Festival.
•CHSLD received a Canadian Screen Award nomination for Best Short Documentary.
Perfect For
Documentary enthusiastsFamily care discussionsAging and society