Summaries

A tender and hopeful look into the journeys of two extraordinary women - longtime friends and artists dealing with the vicissitudes that Alzheimer's disease brings.

As 80 year old friends and artists, Sybil and Betts share 50 years of memories and adventures the joy of raising their children together to the adventures of starring in a documentary about notorious motorcycle gang Hell's Grannies. Slowly and gradually, Betts began to notice gaps in her memory. It was her brain..it was Alzheimer's disease. A loyal best friend, Sybil is determined to not stop Betts from living, experiencing every moment to its fullest, no matter what. Betts continues to paint, providing us with glimpse into her constantly changing inner vision. Told one painting at a time, we capture a glimpse of a world where memory is secondary and the artist's journey reigns..

Details

Genres
  • Drama
  • Family
  • Biography
  • Documentary
Release date Feb 14, 2015
Countries of origin Canada
Language English
Filming locations Toronto, Canada
Production companies East Hill Productions

Box office

Budget $75000

Tech specs

Runtime 45m
Color Color
Sound mix Dolby Digital
Aspect ratio 16:9 HD

Synopsis

As 80 year old friends and artists, Sybil and Betts share over 50 years of memories and adventures - from the joy of raising their children together to the adventures of starring in a documentary about notorious motorcycle gang Hells Grannies.

However, slowly and gradually, Betts began to notice gaps in her past and now present. It was her brain and it was Alzheimers disease. An all hands deck person and a loyal best friend, Sybil is determined to not stop Betts from living, experiencing every moment to its fullest, no matter what happens.

Through it all, Betts continues to paint, providing us with glimpse into her constantly changing inner vision of a deep pool from her past, expressive present, and unfolding future. Told one painting at a time, we capture a glimpse to a world where memory is secondary and the artists journey reigns.

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