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Unseen: How We're Failing Parent Caregivers & Why It Matters

Jess and Ryan Ronne are a blended family with 8 children, including Lucas, who has profound disabilities requiring total care. Their situation has become more challenging as Lucas gets older and stronger. With limited resources and support, caregiving takes a toll on their mental health.

It’s a common story among parent caregivers: the isolation, uncertainty about the future, lack of options, and a never-ending daily to-do list means the role of caregiver overpowers nearly every other facet of life. Video diaries from diverse caregivers featured in the film illustrate this universality, while interviews with mental health experts and policy/legal advocates provide a broader view on the societal impacts.

Through the power of unfiltered, compelling human stories, Unseen cultivates compassion and tangible support for the caregivers in our communities.

  • Tom Dyer
    Director
  • Amanda Dyer
    Director
  • Amanda Dyer
    Producer
  • Tom Dyer
    Cinematographer
  • Erik Sharpnack
    Editor
  • Andrew Piland
    Composer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    46 minutes 28 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 15, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    20,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.4:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Tom Dyer, Amanda Dyer

Unseen is the debut directorial collaboration of Tom and Amanda Dyer. Tom is an award-winning director and cinematographer for short documentary films. Amanda is a creative director and business owner. They are based in Nashville, TN.

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