Letting Go: A Hospice Journey
Synopsis
Our medical system is geared toward healing patients. But what if there's no cure available? This moving, intimate documentary uses three cases to explore how hospice care prepares both terminally ill patients and their families for a gentle, safe passage. While patients are given comfort, companionship, dignity and peace, families are prepared for their inevitable loss.
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 11, 1996
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Susan Froemke, Deborah Dickson, Albert Maysles
- Original Title
- Letting Go: A Hospice Journey
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Susan Froemke, Deborah Dickson, Albert Maysles
Albert Maysles
Deborah Dickson
Susan Froemke
Department Leadership Roster
Susan Froemke
Director
Deborah Dickson
Director
Deborah Dickson
Editor
Albert Maysles
Director
Susan Froemke
Producer
Albert Maysles
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Letting Go: A Hospice Journey about?
Our medical system is geared toward healing patients. But what if there's no cure available? This moving, intimate documentary uses three cases to explore how hospice care prepares both terminally ill patients and their families for a gentle, safe passage. While patients are given comfort, companionship, dignity and peace, families are prepared for their inevitable loss.
Who directed Letting Go: A Hospice Journey?
Letting Go: A Hospice Journey was directed by Susan Froemke, Deborah Dickson, Albert Maysles.
Who stars in Letting Go: A Hospice Journey?
The principal cast of Letting Go: A Hospice Journey includes Not specified.
When was Letting Go: A Hospice Journey released and how long is it?
Letting Go: A Hospice Journey was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.