Tuesday, December 3, 2024
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New film about elder care now streaming

It’s Not a Burden dives into the pain and privilege of taking care of elderly parents.

It’s Not a Burden is an intimate, humorous and heartfelt journey into the stories of adult children navigating the challenges and joys of caring for their aging parents. Featuring filmmaker Michelle Boyaner’s complex and tender journey caring for her own parents, the film also provides a glimpse into the lives of several other families each with their own diverse backgrounds, unique challenges, and personalities. The heartwarming film explores not only the frustrations and fears, but also the transformative bonds that happen when familial roles are reversed, friends support friends and communities come together, exemplifying our capacity to love.

It’s Not a Burden is written, directed and produced by Emmy®-nominated filmmaker Michelle Boyaner (Packed in a Trunk: The Lost Art of Edith Lake Wilkinson). Barbara Green (A FInished Life: The Goodbye and No Regrets Tour) served as Cinematographer/Editor/Producer. Katie Ford (Miss Congeniality) and Wendy Zipes Hunter (Voices of Parkland) served as Producers. Original score composed by Joanna Katcher (Nice Manners) featuring songs by Danielle Ate The Sandwich.  Executive Producers include Maxine Lapiduss, Aaron Lustig and Barb Held. 

The film is now streaming on several platforms. For more information visit www.itsnotaburden.com.

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