Episode 362: Sean Cisterna | Silver Screamers: How the Documentary Gave Life to the Elderly

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Sean Cisterna, director of SILVER SCREAMERS, discusses giving life and visibility to elderly individuals within a genre often centered on death. He reflects on the creative and emotional challenges of telling these stories and how the documentary profoundly changed his perspective on aging, legacy, and humanity. Sean also shares insights into the impact the film has on both its subjects and viewers, highlighting the dignity, humor, and resilience of the elderly community.SILVER SCREAMERS is playing at Hot Docs Cinema on Friday, April 3rd, 2026.