Thanadoula
Synopsis
A live Q&A session on March 14, 2022, features Robin McKenna, Dr. Gabor Maté, and Natalie Eskenazy discussing end-of-life care and personal loss.
Synopsis
Natalie Eskenazy recounts the loss of her sister, Annie, who died in a psychiatric ward. This personal experience inspired the documentary Thanadoula, which centers on the role of end-of-life doulas. The film features a live Q&A session from March 14, 2022, with director Robin McKenna and Dr. Gabor Maté, who discusses healing. The conversation is moderated by producer Jelena Popović. The film is available for viewing on the National Film Board of Canada’s website.
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Why Watch
- Meet filmmaker Robin McKenna and her personal story of loss.
- Find out how Annie's life influenced the filmmaker's journey.
- See the insights from Dr. Gabor Maté on death and healing.
Did You Know
- The film took five years to make and was completed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Annie, the filmmaker's sister, died in a psychiatric ward after going missing.
- Dr. Gabor Maté and Natalia Eskenazi are featured participants in the film.
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The participants in the film include Dr. Gabor Maté, Natalia Eskenazi, and director Robin McKenna.
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The animated short doc Tana Doula runs for just over six minutes.
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