description Away from Her Overview
Away from Her is a 2006 drama film directed by Sarah Polley and starring Julie Christie and Gordon Pinsent. The movie adapts Alice Munro’s short story “The Bear Came Over the Mountain” from her 2001 collection, Hateship, Friendship, Courtship, Loveship, Marriage. Supporting cast members include Olympia Dukakis and Michael Murphy.
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info Away from Her Specifications
| Country | Canada |
| Year | 2006 |
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What condition does Fiona develop in Away from Her?
Fiona, played by Julie Christie, develops Alzheimer's disease and chooses to enter a long-term care facility. The story follows the emotional consequences for her husband Grant, played by Gordon Pinsent.
Why can Grant not visit Fiona immediately after she enters the care home?
The facility imposes a 30-day no-visitor adjustment period for new residents. When Grant returns, Fiona has formed a close attachment to another resident named Aubrey.
Which Alice Munro story is Away from Her based on?
Sarah Polley adapted Alice Munro's short story The Bear Came Over the Mountain. The story appeared in Munro's collection Hateship, Friendship, Courtship, Loveship, Marriage.
Did Julie Christie receive an Oscar nomination for Away from Her?
Yes, Christie was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance as Fiona. Sarah Polley also received an Academy Award nomination for the film's adapted screenplay.
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