The Stand Up Doll is a pretty remarkable documentary. The film is about the life and perspective of nearly 100 year old Risa Ingelfeld who has lived an incredibly full life. We meet Risa through director Evelyne Tollman, who is featured on camera as well, who developed a relationship with Risa and began filming with her about 15 years ago. I should note quickly that I've seen Evelyne Tollman's work as an actress in the film Somebody's Mother, which is also quite good. We learn a great deal about Risa in The Stand Up Doll, but what stands out the most is her remarkable spirit and zest for life given that she survived the Nazi invasion. If you are the type of person like me who really appreciates a deep look into the interesting lives of ordinary people who are, in fact, extraordinary, then give The Stand Up Doll a watch.
Review of The Stand Up Doll
