There is no résumé for this. We are looking for a spread of lives, places and kinds of work — and for people who are willing to talk honestly about what these years actually feel like.
Age
80 to 95
Approximate. If you are close, write to us anyway.
Where
Anywhere
Rural communities, small towns, suburbs, major cities.
Retired
Any work
Paid, unpaid, one career or seven.
Required
A story
And a willingness to share it.
Examples, not requirements.
This list exists to widen the door, not narrow it. If your work is not here, it still counts.
Teacher
Farmer
Physician
Factory worker
Veteran
Homemaker
Artist
Business owner
Musician
Public servant
Immigrant
Tradesperson
Scientist
Clergy
Nurse
Shopkeeper
…and whatever isn’t on this list
Plainly, and in order.
01
Introduction
A phone call with someone from the documentary team. No cameras.
02
Video conversation
A longer conversation over video for selected candidates.
03
In-person visit
The filmmakers may travel to meet you.
04
Filming
Several days of filming, sometimes with follow-up visits.
There is no cost to participate.
Submitting a story does not guarantee inclusion in the documentary.