Please help me celebrate my birthday—and independent film—by watching “Live Till I Die,” a 73-minute documentary I can’t wait to see. 

Because I’m writing a book about how film affects us, please share why you’re planning to attend this specific screening. Thanks a million! SW

Sarah Wright

In an ordinary senior facility on the outskirts of Stockholm, a meaningful bond forms between Monica, a compassionate caregiver, and Ella, a 99-year-old resident without close family. Their journey, filled with humor and tenderness, highlights the joys and challenges of giving and receiving care in later life. "Live Till I Die" tells a story about trying to reconcile with life coming to an end, and to do so with humor, warmth and flying colours. This documentary redefines our perceptions of elderly care, showcasing what it is and what it has the potential to become.

In an ordinary senior facility on the outskirts of Stockholm, a meaningful bond forms between Monica, a compassionate caregiver, and Ella, a 99-year-old resident without close family. Their journey, filled with humor and tenderness, highlights the joys and challenges of giving and receiving care in later life.

"Live Till I Die" tells a story about trying to reconcile with life coming to an end, and to do so with humor, warmth and flying colours. This documentary redefines our perceptions of elderly care, showcasing what it is and what it has the potential to become.