About Mondays at Racine

Mondays at Racine, directed by Cynthia Wade, is a heartwarming documentary that was released in 2011. It tells the compelling story of two sisters, Rachel DeMolfetto and Cynthia Sansone, who open their salon, Racine, every third Monday of the month to provide free beauty services for women undergoing chemotherapy. It acts as a tribute to their mother who died from breast cancer, and portrays the emotional journey of cancer patients seeking solace and belonging during a particularly unsettling time in their lives.

Making / Production

The documentary was made with a compassionate and empathetic lens by Cynthia Wade who intended to shed light on the psychological impacts of cancer on patients, showcasing their struggles and resilience as they find comfort and community in Racine.

Actors

• Rachel DeMolfetto: Played herself, one of the salon's owners who portrayed her character with kindness and empathy.
• Cynthia Sansone: Played herself as another owner, showing strength and emotional support for her clients.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The salon, Racine, is actually based in Long Island, New York.
• Cynthia and Rachel's compassionate mission was inspired by their personal loss, their mother who died of cancer.
• The making of the film helped bring more visibility and support to their cause.

Awards

The movie earned widespread acclaim and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject in 2013.

Quotes

• “If you feel good, the healing process is just so much quicker...” - Cynthia Sansone
• “We are the first place where somebody touches you where you're bald...” - Rachel DeMolfetto

Music, Soundtrack

• The music in the documentary further elevates the emotional journey, though there is no specific soundtrack released for the movie.