"What does it mean to age – and can we change it?" This is the question that filmmaker David Donnelly set out to explore while writing and directing the award-winning documentary Forever Young. Filmed over three years and spanning three continents, the project takes viewers from the cutting-edge research labs of the Buck Institute in Northern California to communities around the world known for their longevity and healthy aging practices.

The result is an 88-minute documentary featuring scientists, physicians, researchers, and thought leaders examining one of humanity's most enduring questions: how do we age, and what can modern science teach us about living longer and healthier lives?

Jump in now to discover:

Surprising insights from the science of aging and longevity
The difference between lifespan and healthspan
Emerging therapies and technologies being studied for healthy aging
How genetics, epigenetics, and cellular health may influence the aging process

David is an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and visual artist whose work explores the intersection of culture, technology, and the human experience. His films, installations, and mixed-media projects have been featured in major museums, international festivals, and private collections worldwide.

David's films have been showcased at premier institutions including the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art, the Kennedy Center, the Hamburg Elbphilharmonie, the Beijing Music Festival, and the Arvo Pärt Center.

Watch the movie Forever Young on Apple TV.

Connect with David:

Personal Website

Forever Young Website

IMDB Profile

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