CJFF Presents: Golden: The End of Ageism

Physical Screening

VENUE : RIVER PARK CHURCH. 3818 14A ST. SW. CALGARY

When: November 20, 1:30 PM 

Release Year: 2021

Runtime: 46m

Director(s): Scott Harper

Synopsis:

Ageism is the only truly universal bias. So why do we so rarely talk about it. A new documentary is opening this cultural can of worms. Across the globe, powerful movements are tackling this profound social problem. Golden captures this revolution aiming to reshape the experience the beauty of growing old.

She is joined by several young women who collectively inspire a resurgence movement across Denendeh (Northwest Territories) and beyond.

Scott Harper is an award winning documentary filmmaker based in Toronto. His company - Sunday Night Entertainment - is focussed on long-form documentaries that explore a broad range of contemporary social issues. Character-driven POVs and science-based films are also a big part of the slate at SNE.SNE has received multiple awards and nominations. Broadcast partners include the CBC, CTV, NHK, Discovery, History, UKTV, France Televisions and PBS.After a successful festival run, look for Golden, The End of Ageism to premiere this summer on Telus platforms. More info on that project can be found at goldenthedocumentary.com. And this fall, be sure to check out Wall Street Blues on CBC’s The Passionate Eye.