Careless
"Growing old never cost so much"
Released just last year. Careless is a documentary film. directed by Sue Thomson. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Margaret Thomson, Olivia Cornwell, and Jane Cornwell
Synopsis
When director Sue Thomson’s 89-year-old mum, Margaret, begins to need additional help with day-to-day life, they face a decision that most families will encounter: whether to consider a residential aged-care facility; and, if so, how to find a suitable one amid a sector with a reputation for neglect and mistreatment. Margaret’s story becomes a springboard for an investigation of the political history of aged care in Australia, marred by a 40-year bipartisan privatisation agenda. As we hear from advocates, journalists and senior citizens who have experienced the system, a group of schoolkids discuss the situation we’ve reached with aged care and where we need to go from here – and of what they, and we, can expect in the future.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Backlot Films
- MIFF Premiere Fund
- Shark Island Foundation
- b00mdone
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Careless about?
When director Sue Thomson’s 89-year-old mum, Margaret, begins to need additional help with day-to-day life, they face a decision that most families will encounter: whether to consider a residenti...
Who directed Careless?
Careless was directed by Sue Thomson.
How long is Careless?
Careless has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Careless released?
Careless was released on August 16, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Careless?
The main cast of Careless includes Margaret Thomson, Olivia Cornwell, Jane Cornwell, Sarah Holland-Batt, Beverly.