I’ve always admired the wisdom and humor of my elders, and she instilled in me a profound appreciation for their company. Unlike the prevalent notion that aging is negative, my perspective on growing old — very old — was different. Soon after, I decided to make a documentary exploring aging and the experiences of women. A friend of mine, who used to teach fitness courses at a retirement home, introduced me to Madeleine. This short documentary was completed when Madeleine was 107 years old, and I consider myself very fortunate to have known her.

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Persons: I’ve, Madeleine Locations: Canada, Brazil, Madeleine