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It Snows All the Time

Released Jul 29, 2022

1 hr. 30 min.

Drama

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Paul did everything he could to keep his mind healthy, so his Dementia diagnosis at age 58 was the last thing anyone expected. As his disease progresses, his family comes together to decide what to do. Confusion, commitment, love, and one last fishing trip bring him closer to his wife and children.

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Jeff M

This is based on a true story, and the love of the filmmakers shines through in every scene. A short epilogue showing the gentleman on whom this movie was based choked me up. Unfortunately, the skill of those involved doesn't quite equal their good intentions. To be quite frank, this is basically a 90-minute infomercial for dementia. Rather than a cohesive narrative, it becomes a series of hand-picked scenes we've see a thousand times in other disease-of-the-week movies - the overwhelmed spouse lighting a candle at church, the grieving son getting in a bar fight, the understanding boss saying take all the time you need... A subplot about one of the sons and his ex-girlfriend feels totally unnecessary, although it does allow us to meet his current main squeeze, who in two scenes, becomes the single worst significant other in cinema history. Warren is the only "name" here and not surprisingly acts circles around the rest of the cast. It's a shame she has not found more vehicles worthy of her talent. I respect the filmmakers for sharing this story, and I hope it provides solace to those affected by dementia; however, as a movie, it's not very good.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

01/17/24

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angela w

I thought the movie was a great portrayal of a family coming together to care for their loved one. Recent movies have been about the person diagnosed with dementia. This movie was about a family caring for their loved one. It was very realistic as events happened and family came through every time. Tackled a very difficult subject very well.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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amon v

All the charm of an 80's after school special. Some top-notch, skilled actors couldn't save this film's trite, pedestrian script form itself. Beyond its poor artistic value, this film's simpleton approach to a complicated disease does a disservice to dementia patients, their caregivers, and loved ones.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Sally S

A personal look at a family struggling with a debilitating and fatal disease. Many of us have been faced with the painful slow departure of a loved one when their minds no longer function as they once did. This thoughtful movie shows the depth of emotion one goes through with denial and then acceptance of how you will lose them. You come away from this film with the knowledge the love the family shares for each other will give them strength to endure what heart-ship will come. I highly recommend this touching film.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/19/22

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IN A NUTSHELL: The heartbreaking story is based on a true story, one of many true stories about families who experience Dementia, mine included. This family features Paul, who did everything a person is supposed to do to keep their mind healthy, but now he has early-onset Dementia. As his disease progresses, his family comes together to decide what to do. In the movie, we're told that there are over 5 million Americans with Dementia. This film really hits close to home because my mother is currently living in a Memory Care facility with full-blown Alzheimer's. One of the characters in the movie states something very true when he said, "You just get to know your dad in a different way." It breaks my heart that my mother doesn't really know who I am anymore. She has lost most of her physical abilities, but she's just as sweet as ever. The film was directed by Jay Giannone, along with writing help from Erich Hover and Eric Watson. Erich Hover also stars in the movie. The movie is dedicated to his father who passed away just last year. My sincere condolences to Erich and his family. THINGS I LIKED: I've always liked Brett Cullen. He does a good job and even looks a little bit like the real Paul Hover. It's been years since I've seen Lesley Ann Warren in anything in a long time. She looks amazing! I can't believe she's 76 years old already. I remember thinking she looked so glamorous in her version of Cinderella MANY years ago (1965 to be exact)! The story takes place in Omaha, Nebraska. I actually spent a weekend there and had a great time! It's a small city but there are still plenty of things to do and see and eat there. We get to see live footage of the real Paul from the true story, as well as photos of his family. THINGS I DIDN'T LIKE: There are some oddly-written scenes such as when the mom drops a plate in the kitchen and so the daughter-in-law walks in to help. She says, "I'm here for you" and then immediately walks out without even picking up the broken dish on the floor. What? So much yelling and fighting. Family members get angry with their dad, even knowing that he has been diagnosed with Dementia. In my personal experience, you have to show lots of patience and kindness and even laugh at the mistakes. I started a journal where I wrote down all of the funny and ridiculous things my mother said over the years. There are a lot of bad acting moments. The direction looks pretty amateur with weak camera angles, some shaky cam, and rough transitions. The mom rejects financial help from her son and instead, says, "God will provide." Ummm…maybe God is providing her with a generous, helpful son?! Later, she rejects the idea of placing her husband in a memory-care facility. It's important that none of us judge the choices of others in these situations. My sisters and I provided in-home health nurses to my mother as long as we could but at some point, it just became too much for the shift nurses, which is why we moved her into a memory-care facility where she would get 24/7 care. All of the decisions are extremely painful and difficult. We're so grateful that my twin sister is a Nurse Practitioner because she has helped us navigate the very complicated healthcare system. Super melancholy, cheesy music throughout. The fight scene in the bar was unnecessary and poorly filmed. TIPS FOR PARENTS: Kids will be bored. No profanity. Yay! We see men punching each other in a bar after one of them grabs a woman's rear end. A man gets lost in the woods, requiring help from a search party. THEMES: "Family First" – Jesse (Erich Hover) Family responsibilities and duty Patience Dementia Love Aging

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/21/23

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A Beautiful Honest Poignant film!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/04/23

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Jay Giannone

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Brett Cullen

Paul

Lesley Ann Warren

Anne

Taryn Manning

April

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Tara McNamara

Common Sense Media

Hover's drama about his own family's struggle with Frontotemporal Dementia is all heart, but unfortunately demonstrates no filmmaking skill.

Rated: 1/5

Aug 2, 2022

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Alex Saveliev

Film Threat

It Snows All the Time resembles a prolonged PSA with all the production values and depth of an infomercial. It fails as both melodrama and character study, casting a superficial glance at a very serious subject.

Rated: 4/10

Jul 27, 2022

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Roger Moore

Movie Nation

Brett Cullen and Lesley Ann Warren give this dementia drama a gravitas and poignance that transcends the trite formula “It Snows all the Time” never strays from.

Rated: 2/4

Jul 25, 2022

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Synopsis

Paul did everything he could to keep his mind healthy, so his Dementia diagnosis at age 58 was the last thing anyone expected. As his disease progresses, his family comes together to decide what to do. Confusion, commitment, love, and one last fishing trip bring him closer to his wife and children.

Director: Jay Giannone
Screenwriter: Eric Watson, Jay Giannone, Erich Hover
Distributor: Gravitas Ventures
Production Co: Camera and a Dream Productions, Syncretic Entertainment, Present Day Productions
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 29, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jul 29, 2022

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