Blink (2024)
Story overview
Blink is a 2024 documentary that follows the Pelletier family as they embark on a global journey after three of their four children are diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, an incurable degenerative eye condition. The film captures their travels across multiple countries as they create lasting visual memories for their children before their vision deteriorates further. It explores themes of family resilience, appreciating life's beauty, and facing challenges with hope and determination.
Parent Guide
A moving documentary about family resilience and appreciating life's visual beauty in the face of medical challenges. Suitable for most children with parental guidance for emotional content.
Content breakdown
No violence, fighting, or dangerous situations depicted. The family travels safely to various locations.
Some children may find discussions of progressive vision loss and medical diagnoses concerning. The emotional weight of the family's situation is present but handled sensitively.
No offensive language or profanity noted in documentary context.
No sexual content, nudity, or romantic situations.
No depiction of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, or substance use.
The documentary deals with serious medical diagnosis and the emotional journey of a family facing progressive vision loss in three children. Scenes may elicit empathy and sadness balanced with hope and appreciation for life.
Parent tips
This documentary offers a powerful opportunity to discuss family bonds, resilience, and appreciating the world around us. The film's emotional content may be challenging for younger children, so consider watching together and pausing to discuss feelings. The family's journey demonstrates problem-solving and adaptability that can inspire conversations about overcoming obstacles. The PG rating reflects some emotional intensity but no concerning content.
Parent chat guide
Parent follow-up questions
- What was your favorite place the family visited?
- How did the family show they loved each other?
- What beautiful things did you see in the movie?
- How did the family work together during their travels?
- What do you think was hardest for the children with eye conditions?
- What would you want to see if you were going on a trip like this?
- How did the parents balance their children's needs with their desire to show them the world?
- What does this documentary teach us about different abilities?
- How might this experience shape the children's future perspectives?
- What ethical considerations arise from documenting a family's private medical journey?
- How does this film challenge societal perceptions of disability?
- What role does hope play in how the family approaches their situation?
Where to watch
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