Malcolm and Barbara: Love’s Farewell
Published 27 July 2007
The newly extended version of the BAFTA nominated documentary Malcolm and Barbara: a love story will be broadcast on Wednesday 8 August, ITV1, 9 - 10.30.
This heart-rending film follows Malcolm's journey from being a highly skilled composer, husband and father to the last years of his life.
Alzheimer's Society comment on Malcolm and Barbara: Love's Farewell:
'Malcolm and Barbara: Love's Farewell gives valuable insight into the battles thousands of people with dementia and their carers face everyday. Sadly, Malcolm and Barbara's journey is not unique, 1 in 3 older people will end their life with dementia.
Dementia is more than just memory loss; it robs people of their lives and has a devastating impact on families and loved ones. Malcolm and Barbara's decision to film their journey in its entirety was one they made together to raise awareness of this harsh reality. We hope their brave decision will shine a light on the fact that dementia is a terminal condition that is currently desperately under funded and misunderstood.'
Jo Swinhoe
Director of fundraising and marketing
Alzheimer's Society