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After moving to Montreal in 2002, Chris began working as an Assistant Editor on BE THE CREATURE, an animal documentary show for the National Geographic channel. Currently, Chris works as a freelance editor on short documentaries, public service announcements, and music videos. Forgetful Not Forgotten is his first feature documentary, challenging him as a writer, director, editor, and producer – as well as a son, sibling, and partner.
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 ...Dear Chris, I want to thank you for the documentary. My mother is currently going through what your father did, and I am extremely thankful for the insite you have given us. It has made things easier to cope with and understand how to deal with certain situations. I have recently ordered a copy of the DVD so I may share it with the rest of the family. Please let me know as to how long it will take to arrive. Thank-youDear Chris, ...Hi Chris, ...I just saw your documentary on TVO. It was very emotional for me to watch - although my parents do not have alzheimers, it still challenged me to think about larger questions about life in general: What role does memory play in making a person who they are? How will I deal with serious illness of my parents, partner, or even myself in the future? What is my relationship to death and dying? I was confronted with many of these questions after watching the film "Black Daisies for the Bride" a number of years ago, and your film brought them to the surface again. Thank you for asking such provocative and necessary questions, and for being brave enough to use your own family story to ask them. Development DirectorHi Chris: Thank youChris, ...Chris ...Chris, ...Chris ...We've noticed that many who have posted here have shared personal experiences about caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementia. ...I watched your film about your dad the other night on TVO. My father was diagnosed with dementia a couple of years ago, and my mother like yours is the care giver, which puts a awful strain on their health and well being. Your film was very informative and beautifully touching...your father would be very proud of you, as I'm sure your mother is....she is also a very strong and loving woman. Thank you Chris and God bless ...Wow, what a documentary, it brings back so many memories of my dad. He was diagnosed at the tender age of 48. Looking at videos that you have of your dad, reminds me sooo much of the similarities that they had. My dad was a kind gentle loving man and passionate about sports, especially golf. I have to admit , I couldnt watch all of your show, not that I didnt want to(I really did) It just hit home and brought back so many memories. I am also afraid of what my future holds for me, and have a hard time talking about it, cause it just causes me to worry more, and worring isnt going to solve anything. I hope they find a cure for this terrible disease that has affected your family and mine and many more to come ...After watching your film with my husband, I felt compelled to write to you and thank you for sharing your family's journey with us. My husband's family has been plagued with Alzheimer's (both sides of his family!), some early onset and others later in life. He is obviously quite concerned about his own future, healthwise. We rarely speak of the topic at home, so, while channel surfing last night, we came across your film and immediately he said, let's change the channel, he couldn't deal with it. I pressed that we should watch it, and by the end, we were both in tears from being so moved and open dialogue about the subject became almost effortless - thank you for that! ...A very touching and honorable tribute to a dad. ...Hello ...I saw your film this week on TVO and wanted to thank you and your family for sharing your story with us. ... My father passed away in August of 2007, at the age of 83 years old, having Alzheimers for approximately the last two years of his life. Since then I have occaisionally thought of volunteering with the Alzheimer Society but never took action until this evening, upon watching your powerfull and touching documentary. I have just now e-mailed my volunteer application form to our local society, with my thanks to yourself for your film and thus my application. ...I just watched the film that you shared with the rest of the world documenting your Father's battle with Alzheimer Disease. As one who works with care providers of those with A.D. I have to commend you on your strength to be able to see this project through. Congratulations on a beautifully crafted remembrance of your Father. You have honoured your Father's memory by sharing his story with the rest of us. ...What a beautiful tribute to your dad, and a candid informative chronicle of this devastating disease. I knew your father for a short time while he lived at The Residence as my father is also a patient there. Dad presently lives in your father's former room. I treasure each moment that I share with my dad, especially those moments when he recognizes me. I view my role with him now as a present, one that I can give back to him for all the wonderful years that he gave so freely of his love to me. ...I was very moved by your documentary about your dad and early onset Alzheimer's. My own sister was diagnosed 2 years ago with early onset Alzheimer's at the age of 52. I found your film informative and also very compassionate. ...Chris, Congratulations on your wonderful documentary. A true labour of love. Very real, informative and moving. I know your dad would be very proud of you. |
After receiving a diploma in Photography at Algonquin College in Ottawa, Chris Wynn began his film career working as a Production Assistant on commercials and music videos in Toronto. He quickly discovered his preference for post-production, and made the successful transition to Assistant Editor.
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Alzheimer's Resource Centre
Interview with Chris Wynn
Where did you get the idea for Forgetful Not Forgotten?
