Old Age: Do Not Go Gentle(1978)

Old Age: Do Not Go Gentle is a documentary that examines how America and Europe approach elder care, exposing the stark differences in how aging populations are treated. Produced by San Francisco-based filmmaker Evan White over two years of research and filming, the film reveals a troubling reality: many elderly Americans face neglect, poverty, and fear in their final years. By contrasting the American system with European models, White documents the systemic failures and social attitudes that leave seniors vulnerable and isolated. The documentary challenges viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about aging in modern society and raises urgent questions about how we value and care for our most vulnerable citizens.