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10.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19861h 24mJapan

How to Care for the Senile

痴呆性老人の世界

Synopsis

Shot in a retirement home over a period of two years, this film raises the question of "how to take care". The director films with great tenderness, not only the daily life of patients with senile dementia, but also the work of caregivers. Widely broadcast, the film sparked lively debate on the care and support society in Japan.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Sumiko Haneda
Original Title
痴呆性老人の世界
Country of Origin
Japan
Spoken Languages
Japanese
Runtime
1h 24m
Production Studios
Iwanami Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Sumiko Haneda

Department Leadership Roster

Sumiko Haneda

Sumiko Haneda

Director

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What is How to Care for the Senile about?

Shot in a retirement home over a period of two years, this film raises the question of "how to take care". The director films with great tenderness, not only the daily life of patients with senile dementia, but also the work of caregivers. Widely broadcast, the film sparked lively debate on the care and support society in Japan.

Who directed How to Care for the Senile?

How to Care for the Senile was directed by Sumiko Haneda.

Who stars in How to Care for the Senile?

The principal cast of How to Care for the Senile includes Not specified.

When was How to Care for the Senile released and how long is it?

How to Care for the Senile was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.