Deep Dive: Love & Stuff (2020)
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Love & Stuff is a 2020 documentary by Judith Helfand that focuses on her experiences after her mother's death and her own transition into motherhood. The film captures Helfand's emotional journey as she sorts through her mother's belongings, reflecting on their relationship and the impact of loss on her life. This personal narrative is intertwined with the theme of new beginnings as Helfand prepares for her own role as a mother.
The film is a continuation of Helfand's earlier work, stemming from a 2014 New York Times Op-ed documentary. Initially conceived as a series, it faced funding challenges and was ultimately re-edited into a feature-length film. The film premiered at the Hot Docs Canadian International Film Festival on May 28, 2020, and later screened at DOC NYC on November 11, 2020.
Why Watch
- •Follow Judith Helfand's personal story of loss and motherhood.
- •See Helfand's emotional connection to her mother's belongings.
- •Meet the filmmaker behind a New York Times Op-ed documentary.
Did You Know
•The film premiered at Hot Docs on May 28, 2020.
•It screened at DOC NYC on November 11, 2020.
•Love & Stuff has an 80% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes from five reviews.
•The film has a runtime of 79 minutes.
Perfect For
Fans of personal documentariesThose interested in family dynamicsViewers of maternal narratives