"The ceiling consists of glass panels painted to resemble blue skies, and the chirping of birds wafts through the corridors, styled after the front porches of typical mid-century houses, except these are all indoors."
"The architecture of the facility aims to reproduce the outside world, while the film uncovers the invisible labour that underpins the running of the institution, from the changing of sheets to the holding of hands."
"Unlike the residents, the care staff largely comprises Black women, emphasizing the subtle chasm of racial and socioeconomic hierarchy within the care environment."
The Lantern retirement home in Ohio features artificial designs that mimic nature to create a calming environment for residents. Nathalie Berger's documentary captures the lives of retirees, showcasing their confusion and quiet turmoil. The care staff, primarily Black women, highlight a racial and socioeconomic divide. The film reveals the invisible labor involved in caregiving, both within the facility and at home. By contrasting the experiences of residents and caregivers, the documentary presents the Lantern as a microcosm of broader American societal issues.
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