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Filmmaker Tracks World's Oldest People for Decades
4 Aug
Summary
- A decade-long documentary follows the world's oldest living individuals.
- The film is an evolving 'living film' to be updated every ten years.
- Director Sam Green's latest work explores time and human existence.
Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Sam Green's latest documentary, "The Oldest Person in the World," is set for a theatrical release starting September 10 in New York City. The film's premise follows the individuals who hold the title of the world's oldest person over a decade.
Green's personal fascination with this title becomes intertwined with his own life events as he travels globally to meet each new record holder. The documentary, which premiered at Sundance, transcends a simple portrait of longevity to become a profound exploration of time's passage and the human condition.
Initially conceived as a documentary about record holders, Green shifted focus to use the perspectives of those who have experienced the most time on Earth to explore the concept of time itself. He incorporated his young son as a counterpoint, embracing the unpredictable nature of documentary filmmaking.
A unique aspect of the project is its intention to become a 'living film.' The creative team plans to continue filming the oldest individuals for the rest of their lives, releasing new installments every ten years. This evolving format mirrors the ephemeral nature of existence.
Sam Green is recognized for his Oscar-nominated work, including "The Weather Underground" and his Oscar-shortlisted film "32 Sounds." "The Oldest Person in the World" is produced by Alison Byrne Fields and Josh Penn, with cinematography by Yoni Brook and music by William Ryan Fritch and T. Griffin.
