Devil in Disguise

Filmmaker Kirsten Johnson uses her personal archives of Super 8 footage to explore the complexities of her father's life as a pediatrician and the profound impact of his battle with Alzheimer's disease. The documentary weaves together intimate family memories with Johnson's observations about memory, loss, and the enduring nature of love.

Critics lauded 'Devil in Disguise' for its deeply personal and poetic exploration of family, memory, and grief. The film was praised for its innovative use of archival footage and its unflinching, yet tender, portrayal of a father-daughter relationship.

• A profoundly moving and innovative documentary that uses personal archives to explore themes of memory and love.

• Kirsten Johnson's intimate portrayal of her father's decline with Alzheimer's is both heartbreaking and beautiful.

• Praised for its artistic use of film and its honest, emotional depth.

Google audience: Audiences were deeply touched by the film's raw emotional honesty and its skillful use of home video footage to depict the complexities of family relationships and the impact of Alzheimer's disease. Many found it a poignant and relatable exploration of memory and loss.

Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.

The film was compiled from over 30 years of Super 8 footage that director Kirsten Johnson shot herself, alongside footage shot by her parents.