The dream of a lasting relationship often includes the idea of growing old together, fondly remembering years spent as a couple. However, what happens when something threatens those cherished memories? This is one of the painful realities that can accompany illnesses like Alzheimer’s Disease, which put Augusto Góngora's long and loving marriage to actress and former Minister of Culture Paulina Urrutia at risk. Instead of retreating from public view after his diagnosis, Góngora chose to share his story, detailing his condition and Urrutia’s dedicated caregiving, especially her efforts to help him retain his memories for as long as possible. Writer-director Maite Alberdi sensitively portrays their experience in this deeply affecting documentary that is likely to evoke both joy and sadness. The film examines how vital it is to maintain one's memories as a way of defining who we are and what we’ve achieved, both personally and professionally. For Góngora, these recollections include his deep love for his wife, family, and friends, along with the important part he played in informing the Chilean public about the terrible events following the 1973 coup and restoring the nation's cultural and artistic heritage after democracy was restored in 1990. He believed those memories represented a significant amount of bravery that needed to be protected from time and illness. This Oscar nominee for best documentary feature, also recognized as one of the best documentaries of 2023 by the National Board of Review, is a remarkable film that’s certain to resonate with almost every viewer—so have tissues available. Considering what can potentially disappear in situations like this, any attempts to prevent it are truly commendable acts, and the film does an excellent job of highlighting that, both in their story and as a model for how we should respond to similar circumstances.

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