Cycle of Memory (2022)
Mel Schwartz escaped the Great Depression on a bicycle adventure he'd remember for the rest of his life... until Mel lost his memory to Alzheimer's. Now over seventy-five years later, his grandchildren set out to recreate his life-changing journey and find those memories before they slip away. Cycle of Memory explores the importance of intergenerational connection, healing painful pasts, and leaving a meaningful time capsule for the future.
Director: Alex Leff
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 72 min
Release Date: July 18, 2022
Cast
- Alex Leff - Self
- Koby Leff - Self
- Mel Schwartz - Self
- Connie Schwartz - Self
Screenplay
Editing: Alex Leff, Mike Nichols
Production: Ashbourne Films
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
trauma, riding a bicycle, bicycle, great depression, alzheimer's disease, memory loss, memory, bike, intergenerational love, bicycle tour, bike travel
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Cycle of Memory about?
- Mel Schwartz escaped the Great Depression on a bicycle adventure he'd remember for the rest of his life... until Mel lost his memory to Alzheimer's. Now over seventy-five years later, his grandchildren set out to recreate his life-changing journey and find those memories before they slip away. Cycle of Memory explores the importance of intergenerational connection, healing painful pasts, and leaving a meaningful time capsule for the future.
- Who directed Cycle of Memory?
- Cycle of Memory was directed by Alex Leff.
- Who stars in Cycle of Memory?
- Cycle of Memory stars Alex Leff, Koby Leff, Mel Schwartz, Connie Schwartz.
- How long is Cycle of Memory?
- Cycle of Memory has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).
- What genre is Cycle of Memory?
- Cycle of Memory is a Documentary film.