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Title: IRENE

Reference number: 8234

Date: 2008

Director: d. Lindsay Goodall

Sponsor: Scottish Documentary Institute presents a Bridging the Gap production

Producer: Kat Calton

Production company: La Belle Allee Productions

Sound: sound

Original format: HDCam / DV

Colour: col

Fiction: non-fiction

Running time: 10.18 mins

Description: Irene is an engaging story about the filmmaker’s 92 year old grandmother, and the daughter who cares for her. While suffering from Alzheimer’s and decreasing physical ability, Irene’s feisty personality still shines through, often leading to both laughter and heartache. 'Irene' is a personal portrayal of three generations of women who all have to face a difficult decision. The film observes particular circumstances which highlight the tension between Irene's desire to live at home and the dangers she faces in doing so.

Nominated for a BAFTA Scotland Award 2008 for Best Short Film.

Part of Season 5 'Bridging the Gap' documentary scheme, on the theme of "Home".

Credits: Scottish Documentary Institute presents a Bridging the Gap production in association with Scottish Screen and La Belle Allee Productions

ed. Fiona Cairns
story developer Beth Armstrong
1st camera Lindsay Goodall
2nd camera Jane Handa
special thanks [Irene Lowes and Roberta Goodall]
thanks Karen Smyth, South Parks Nursing Home, John Goodall, Cameron Goodall, Kerry Hutchison, Savalas
short film exec. for Scottish Screen Leslie Finlay
Bridging the Gap production man. Finlay Pretsell
exec. p. Sonja Henrici, Noe Mendelle

Supported by the National Lottery through Scottish Screen, Skillset Film Skills Fund, Edinburgh College of Art, Angus Digital Media Centre, 55 Degrees, Docspace, Scottish Documentary Institute