Where Dragons Live review reflections on family life in an extraordinary setting
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'Where Dragons Live' is a warm and gentle documentary by Suzanne Raes that follows the three middle-aged Impey siblings as they navigate the poignant task of clearing their childhood home, Cumnor Place. This grand medieval manor, acquired with the proceeds from the sale of a valuable artwork, was a sanctuary for their late mother, neuroscientist Jane Impey, and father, antiquarian Oliver Impey. While filled with magical memories, the home also serves as a reminder of the emotional distance they experienced from their parents, portraying a mix of charm and complexity in their upbringing.
The documentary explores the deep emotional landscape of the Impey siblings as they confront their childhood home, Cumnor Place, filled with memories of their complex parents.
Raes highlights the beauty and chaos of the siblings' upbringing, balancing awe with the recognition of their parents' emotionally distant nature, capturing a unique familial intimacy.
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