Here’s
What We’re Workin’ On Now
Documentary Projects
1. Assisted Living America - A documentary
look at the rise of Assisted Living in America. As life expectancy
has increased, and as the baby-boom generation is entering
retirement, the proper and dignified care of the elderly is
primary concern for many Americans. Twenty years ago, the
choices were slim: families did the best they could to care
for their loved ones at home, or they sent them to a nursing
home, which is really for invalid care. Today, the elderly
population is full of vibrant, generally healthy individuals
who still have a lot of living to do, but need a bit more
care than a working family can provide. Assisted Living has
filled that void, and is largely accepted as the best way
to transition into the "golden years." In this film,
we profile the innovative individuals who began to develop
the Assisted Living concept in the 1980's and look at where
this rapidly growing industry is today. As we look at the
social and economic impact of assisted living in America,
we will also reveal some of the incredible stories of living
residents in assisted living today, who have accomplished
great things late in life.
2.
South Texas Soul – Augie Meyers and the history and
influence of South Texas on popular music of today. Documentary
filmmaker Tracy Ready examines the influence of German and
Irish immigrants in South Texas on popular music styles including
Country, Tejano, Blues and Rock and Roll, from a unique perspective.
3. Dallas Electric: The Texas Blues Story - Details the history
of the electric blues, and specifically the impact of Dallas
and North Texas on the development of this truly American
art form. Told through personal interview segments, archival
photographs, and live performance footage, this is the story
of the Texas Blues, from its roots until today, and a look
beyond. The impact of Dallas and North Texas musicians on
blues is every bit as significant as the story of Chicago
blues, and yet this history is largely untold.
4. “Forgotten Farms of America” – Looking
at the changing family farm, its history and what its future
holds.
5. Recognizing the changing nature of aging and retirement
in America. For many people, the “Golden Years lifestyle”
has become a myth, if it ever really existed. Today, many
people are not looking for freedom from work. They are looking
for the freedom to work, in ways that hold the promise of
personal fulfillment, social renewal and economic benefit.
6.
Exploring the story of elders with diabetes and how it can
be reversed and managed.
7. Examining the issue that Native Americans venerate their
elders while the culture in the U.S. venerates youth.
8.
Documenting the experience of “American Old Rockers”,
those musicians who continue touring with their rock bands
well into their 50s or 60s.
9.
Talking with our military combat veterans and their feelings
about their service, their sacrifice, and their country.
10. Scrutinizing the growing trend toward Social Entrepreneuring,
the creation of Social Enterprises which measure their success
with two complementary bottom lines – financial and
social.
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