Bread and Stones

This documentary offers an intimate look into the lives of residents at the Golden Age Home in Stamford, Connecticut. It focuses on their daily routines, personal relationships, and the emotional landscape of aging. The film captures poignant moments of joy, sorrow, and reflection as the individuals navigate their later years.

Bread and Stones was praised for its sensitive and empathetic portrayal of elderly individuals. Critics noted its ability to capture the dignity and humanity of its subjects, offering a powerful and moving exploration of aging and the human spirit.

• A deeply humanistic and affecting look at the lives of the elderly.

• Praised for its genuine empathy and observational style.

• Captures the small moments that define a life.

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Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

Director Ira Wohl was inspired to make the film after visiting his own grandmother at the Golden Age Home.