I Go Gaga: Welcome Home, Mom

I Go Gaga: Welcome Home, Mom(2022)

03/25/2022 (US)Documentary1h 41m
9.0

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This is a story about the elderly and caregiving, about the life of a 98-year-old father and 90-year-old mother (*at the time of filming) who suffered from dementia. With the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, the cheerful mother, who had always been a whiz at housework, gradually lost her abilities to do everyday things. Meanwhile, their daughter chronicled the heartbreaking reality of their lives with as much love and humor as possible.

Naoko Nobutomo

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A review by Alunauwie
10.0

Written on September 26, 2025

As a follow-up to I Go Gaga, My Dear, this documentary by Naoko Nobutomo offers an unflinching, deeply personal continuation of her family's story—capturing both the quiet beauty and the emotional strain of aging, illness, and devotion. While some scenes feel uncomfortably intrusive, especially during moments of vulnerability, the film ultimately reveals a rare, enduring love between husband and wife that is both heartbreaking and inspiring. Despite minor technical imperfections, its raw honesty and emotional depth make it a powerful and meaningful watch, especially for those reflecting on family, care, and commitment

Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)