Guardian of old people steal their money

A custodian in a housing project discovers that a naked, mute woman he found in one of his apartments has miraculous healing powers.

A man and his grandmother argue over sharing cigarettes.

Through 4 moving portraits, this short documentary sheds light on the tragedy of caregiver stress and elder abuse. The abuse takes many forms, ranging from wilful neglect and financial exploitation to physical assault. The film portrays the emotional complexity of family relationships that can lead to abuse of the elderly, the anguish and isolation of its victims, and the need for community understanding and support.