FAMILIAR TOUCH is a coming of (old) age film.

It follows an octogenarian woman's transition to life in assisted living as she contends with her conflicting relationship to herself and her caregivers amidst her shifting memory, age identity, and desires.

Written and directed by Sarah Friedland.

Starring Kathleen Chalfant, Carolyn Michelle, Andy McQueen, with H. Jon Benjamin.

World Premiere at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, Orizzonti Competition.

Winner of the Lion of the Future - Luigi De Laurentiis Award for Best Debut Film, Best Director, and Best Actress in Orizzonti Competition.