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Two women in their 80s reflect on their experiences as nannies for affluent families in New York over the past 50 years.
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Martha and Ethel, two women in their 80s, reflect on their decades-long roles as nannies for affluent families in New York. Directed by Jyll Johnstone, the film intertwines their personal histories with the experiences of the Johnstone and Ettinger families. Through interviews, home movies, and newsreel footage, it reveals how these women influenced the lives of the children they cared for. Premiering at the 1994 Sundance Film Festival, Martha & Ethel received a nomination for the Grand Jury Prize.
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- Meet Martha and Ethel, two unique women in their 80s.
- Find out how nannies shaped the lives of their employers' children.
- See the film that received a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Did You Know
- Martha & Ethel premiered at the 1994 Sundance Film Festival.
- The film was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance.
- Roger Ebert rated the film three stars.
- The film has a runtime of 78 minutes.
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Who directed the documentary Martha & Ethel?
Martha & Ethel was directed by Jyll Johnstone.
What award was Martha & Ethel nominated for at the Sundance Film Festival?
Martha & Ethel was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the 1994 Sundance Film Festival.
What is the runtime of the documentary Martha & Ethel?
Martha & Ethel has a runtime of 78 minutes.
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