Unconditional is a documentary film directed and produced by Dalanglin Dkhar – PhD candidate, wife, mother and life long carer.
It takes the viewer into the homes of four carers of differing demographics, who took on the commitment of caring for their loved one/s, more than a decade ago and this duty continues for most of them well into their retirement. We hear about the impact of diagnosis day, or as one carer put it, “…when the penny dropped…” We hear them describe the myriad of emotions that they experience when they realize they are now a carer, and for some what it means on a daily basis. We hear how they deal with burnout, and the invisibility of that role in community – all told with searing honesty, generosity and a desire to inform and educate. The film shines a light on the lives of carers and is there to advocate for them and to harness the power of the human face to tell a story and bring awareness, empathy and open conversations around the carer. We need to know, see and hear from them to understand, and therefore support them better. Unconditional lets us in to their hearts and minds and gives us an insight that is layered and deep, to create awareness of these silent and forgotten everyday heroes that live in our community.
The four carers who participated in this documentary film are part of the research study for a PhD with Creative Work degree. The participants joined the production on a voluntary basis with informed consent and have accepted to collaborate and share their lived experience. This documentary aims to shed light on their experiences, challenges, and the often-overlooked contribution they make to society.
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