The Artist’s Wife

In this poignant drama, the story revolves around Claire, the wife of a renowned artist, Richard Smythson, whose life is turned upside down when her husband is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. As Richard’s memory fades, Claire, portrayed by Lena Olin, must navigate the challenges of caring for him while rediscovering her own identity and passion for art. Bruce Dern delivers a compelling performance as Richard, capturing the complexities of a once-brilliant mind in decline. Directed by Tom Dolby, the film explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.