Mondays at Racine (HBO)

About Mondays at Racine (HBO)

This thought-provoking documentary was released in 2013 by HBO and directed by Cynthia Wade. The movie tells the heartwarming story of a beauty salon in Long Island that opens its doors to cancer patients on every third Monday of the month, providing free beauty services. The documentary looks at not only the physical but also the psychological side effects of cancer through the stories of the brave women battling the disease. They find hope and companionship in their shared experiences and the compassionate care provided by the salon staff.

Making / Production

"Mondays at Racine" was meticulously crafted by renowned director Cynthia Wade. The production process was a delicate balance of documenting intimate, painful moments while maintaining the dignity and respect of the subjects. It was filmed over a period of three years, shedding light on the harsh realities of cancer and its impact on the patients' lives.

Actors

• Cynthia Sansone as herself - Co-owner of the Racine Salon and serves the customers wonderfully.
• Rachel Delmolfetto as herself - Co-owner who along with Cynthia, selflessly devotes to making the patrons feel better.
• Linda Hart as herself - A brave patron who battles cancer and shares her experience.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The salon was named Racine because it means 'root' in French and symbolizes the salon's approach to overall wellness rather than just superficial beauty.
• The documentary was filmed over three years and follows a number of cancer patients' journeys.

Awards

"Mondays at Racine" was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject in 2013.

Quotes

• "One day you're normal, and the next day you have cancer, and you'll never be the same again." - Linda Hart
• "We're about beauty on the inside and the outside." - Cynthia Sansone

Music, Soundtrack

• The moving music in the documentary that compliments the poignant real-life stories well and contributes to the emotional impact of the film. However, no specific soundtrack was released for the documentary.