I'd Rather Be Home

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I'd Rather Be Home

This film documents the case of Norman, a man repeatedly abused by one of his adult sons, over a seven-year period. Eventually, after a severe beating, Norman ends up in a nursing home, has a mild stroke and is placed under state guardianship. Through candid interviews, Norman recounts several occurrences of physical abuse and his confused emotions regarding those incidents. He remembers the close relationship he shared with his children when they were younger, and recalls that he did not use physical methods of discipline. Norman is caught between wanting his sons punished for their actions and wanting to protect his children. Even though he still fears further abuse, Norman expresses his desire to return home to live with his family. Norman's wife appears to be entangled in a web of denial, as she expresses her disbelief that any abuse actually occurred. This piece courageously exposes the circle of violence, denial, and the tragedy of abuse towards the elderly in a very moving and realistic manner.

DATE: 1997

TOPICS:
Elder Abuse, Home / Hospice / Institutional Healthcare

CREDITS:
Producer: Terra Nova Films, Inc.;
Director: James Vanden Bosch

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:
Color
29 minutes

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