Fragments of Human Experience
Personal Portrait Films
May these stories offer a quiet threshold—into reflection, connection, and a deeper care for the world we share
Moments of Presence and Reflection
Unscripted films that reveal what becomes visible when we pause and witness. Each story holds a moment of lived experience—where something essential becomes visible when someone feels deeply witnessed. In that seeing, differences soften, common ground emerges, and conversation becomes possible.
From the Well of Grief
Harrison, a clinical psychologist on a Buddhist path, reflects on the truth that some experiences cannot be prepared for.
The Language of Care
Maggie, a music and language major, once expected to become a teacher, but life led her in a different direction. She came to use her gifts as a form of care, working with people living with dementia and supporting those nearing end of life.
A Road Less Traveled
A short preview offers a glimpse into life after concussion—where the injury may heal, but its invisible effects remain. In the quiet aftermath, loss, isolation, and grief unfold as one mourns the life that was.
A Conversation on End-of-Life
Devine and Penny share a vital conversation in the days leading up to Devine’s planned end-of-life. In this tender exchange, Devine reflects on how her dying has brought a profound clarity about the true power and meaning of living.
An Inner Expedition: A Preview
An inner expedition into stillness, where silence becomes a guide. In this space, Sandy transforms bewilderment into clarity, learning to access her own wisdom, navigate life with greater ease, and uncover the gifts already waiting within.
Devine Wisdom
A witty, compassionate maverick, Devine met death as she met life—with curiosity and courage. After five years with cancer, she chose a medically assisted death, completing a life devoted to service and care.
A Strand of Wisdom
At 92, a farmer shares a simple yet enduring strand of wisdom, spoken from a lifetime of listening to the land. Her reflections reach gently toward the next generation, offering grounded insight for what it means to live well and with care.
Message for COP 27
K̓wak̓waba̱’las, (Ernest Alfred), Hereditary Chief of Tlowit’sis Tribe, ‘Na̱mg̱is Nation in Alert Bay, BC has a powerful message for the leaders gathering in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt for COP 27.
Ode to Our Grandchildren
A few summers ago, I journeyed up the remote and pristine Bute Inlet—a deep fjord between Desolation Sound and the Homathko River. The experience left an indelible mark, one that lives on as a poem and short film, offered as a gift to the next generation as a reminder of who they are and why they are here.
A Quiet Shift
In a quiet, seemingly insignificant moment, Bryan discovers a new perspective—one that brings him greater peace while living with his disease. Filmed over Zoom, this short film is part of a series created for the Canadian Immunodeficiencies Patient Organization, capturing the resilience and insight of those navigating life with immune disorders.
Victor Jara: A Latin American Tragedy
As Lina reflects, “As storytellers, sometimes we carry a story that longs to be told, yet feels too tragic to bring into the light.” After decades of contemplation, she now turns to the story of the Chilean visionary—Victor Jara—a theatre director, singer-songwriter, and key voice in the New Song movement during Salvador Allende’s Chile, whose life and legacy were profoundly shaped by political upheaval.
The Seahorse Whisperer
Roger Hanson, a retired teacher, ocean advocate, and citizen scientist, has long felt a deep connection to the sea. In 2016, a chance encounter while diving in Long Beach, California, led him to a tiny and unexpected discovery—the Pacific seahorse—which shifted the course of his life. Now known as the “Seahorse Whisperer,” he dedicates himself to documenting their daily presence and protecting their fragile habitat, sharing how his relationship with these creatures has deepened his understanding of empathy.
Seeds of Change
Lois Arkin reflects on the adventurous beginnings that led her to imagine a more sustainable way of living. This short film traces the origins of the Los Angeles Eco-Village, where vision and lived experience came together to bring a new way of community into being.
In Her Own Words
An intimate portrait of Sarah Kendall, author of Let Me Show You Chocolate Lilies, reflecting on the challenges, quiet gifts, and wisdom that emerged after her aneurysm—and her gradual return to the world.
The Opening
Becoming a caregiver was never part of Gene’s plan. Yet after his wife Sarah suffered an aneurysm, life reshaped itself around a new reality they never anticipated. Together, they made a conscious choice to resist the identity of “victim,” discovering instead a path toward renewed connection, resilience, and a life quietly re-imagined.
Unique Aspects of Our Filmmaking
Our films are crafted through deep listening and presence, allowing stories to naturally unfold.