Assisted Living

Story

Synopsis

"Assisted Living" chronicles a day in the life of Todd, a janitor who spends his days smoking pot and interacting with the residents for his own entertainment. Todd's detachment from his surroundings is compromised only by his unlikely friendship with Mrs. Pearlman, a resident who begins to confuse him with her son. On this particular day, Todd must choose whether or not to play the part. "Assisted Living" is shot and staged in a real nursing home and gains much of its unique effect and style from the participation of actual residents and staff members. During much of the film, it is impossible to distinguish between what is real and what is fiction.

Director

Elliot Greenebaum

Writers

Elliot Greenebaum

Language

English

Country

United States of America

Release date

2 February 2005

Budget

$500

Box office

$41

Ensemble

Cast

• Michael Bonsignore

  Todd

• Maggie Riley

  Mrs. Pearlman

• Nancy Jo Boone

  Nancy Jo

• Malerie Boone

  Malerie

• Clint Vaught

  Hance Purcell

• Gail Benedict

  Kathy Hogan

• Jose Albovias

  Jose