From This Day Forward
Directed by Sharon Shattuck, Produced by Martha Shane and Sharon Shattuck
US, 2015, 76 min, in English
FROM THIS DAY FORWARD is the story of a love, and a family, that survived the most intimate of transformations.
"Personal, insightful and gently humorous."
Press
New York Times Critics' PickGently winning. Speaks volumes about love's adaptability.
San Francisco ChronicleThought-provoking.
Toronto StarPersonal, insightful and gently humorous.
VarietyEloquently explores her father's very intimate transition.
Village VoiceNo, love isn't sweeping; it's putting brush to canvas and hand to hand. It's accepting imperfections. But it's also being willing to recognize the people we love for who they are, to note our own flaws and work to change them.
Hollywood ReporterForthright. Well-photographed.
Film Journal InternationalWarm and winning. Perceptively lensed.
The Globe And MailSympathetic. Highly personal.
Washington BladeThoughtful and moving.
Women's EnewsIntimate and deeply affecting. It's a must-see
Raleigh & CompanyA love story as heartwarming and inspiring as it is unconventional.
Toronto Film SceneVery intimate. One to watch.
Detroit Free PressAn exploration of the meaning of marriage, change, love, and being transgender as [the director] shines a light on her own parents.
Playback:stlA loving portrait of her father. Refreshing.
The Moving WorldWhen it comes to identity and love and acceptance, this thought-provoking film leaves us with much to chew on.
After EllenA great documentary.
Films Etc.Has my highest recommendation.
Black Sheep ReviewsA beautiful testament to how [the father-daughter] bond can transcend gender through understanding, patience and love.
CinematrekA very unconventional love story.
BustleA touching look at romantic and familial love.