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199714 minGdoc-short

In Living Memory

199714 minGdoc-short

At age 93, a father reflects on his life as an artist and communist while grappling with the loss of his memory in a dialogue with his daughter.

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At age 93, a father reflects on his life as an artist and communist while grappling with the loss of his memory in a dialogue with his daughter.

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Amy Gottliebdirector

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A father and daughter engage in a dialogue about memory at their home. The father, an artist and communist, is 93 years old and experiencing memory loss. Their relationship is marked by both love and conflict. Through their conversations, the documentary presents his life experiences and thoughts on remembering and forgetting. Shot in 1997, "In Living Memory" lasts 14 minutes and captures the complexity of their bond.

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