The Gerontological Movies Blog

The movie "Familiar Touch" follows Ruth’s experience of dementia and assisted living, reminding us that the need for human closeness does not fade with age. A doctor checking her pulse, a son’s embrace, and a caregiver’s reassuring touch reveal how physical contact can offer pleasure, comfort, and connection when words and memories become elusive.

A Kind of Madness (2025), directed by Christiaan Olwagen, is a poignant South African drama that explores love, aging, and dementia.

The Great Escaper is based on a great real life story. But is it a great gerontological movie?

Any one in the field of elder law or gerontology knows about elder guardianship. Almost any one in the field of elder law or gerontology...

So, finally I get to review a gerontological movie from Latin America - this time from Chile. While usually my policy is not to include...