She/Her

Filmmaker Kirsten Johnson turns the camera on her own family, particularly her aging father, who is suffering from dementia. Through intimate interviews and archival footage, the film explores themes of memory, identity, and the complexities of familial relationships. It is a poignant and deeply personal look at love, loss, and the passage of time within a single family.

She/Her was widely acclaimed by critics for its raw emotional honesty and innovative filmmaking. Reviewers praised Johnson's unflinching gaze into her own family's struggles and her ability to find profound beauty and universality in personal experience. The film resonated with audiences for its tender portrayal of aging and the enduring power of family bonds.

• A deeply personal and moving exploration of family, memory, and mortality.

• Praised for its intimate direction and emotional resonance.

• Hailed as a beautifully crafted and ultimately life-affirming documentary.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praised the film's emotional depth and Kirsten Johnson's courageous approach to exploring her family's life and her father's dementia. Many found the documentary to be deeply touching and relatable, appreciating its honest portrayal of aging and family dynamics.

Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize: Documentary at the Sundance Film Festival (2016). Won awards at various film festivals including the True Vision Award at the True/False Film Fest.

Director Kirsten Johnson primarily uses her own family members as subjects in her films, blurring the lines between personal documentary and observational filmmaking.