Where to watch Mum's Cards (2018)

Story

This short documentary explores the unconventional research methods of a retired academic who spent decades teaching sociology at a Scottish university. Rather than embracing digital technology despite having access to it, she maintained a lifelong practice of handwriting notes on index cards while reading scholarly works. The film examines these accumulated collections of cards now stored throughout her home, offering a glimpse into an older approach to intellectual work and knowledge organization.

Why watch

• A brief documentary that offers an intimate look at scholarly practices
• Directed by Luke Fowler, exploring themes of memory and academic life
• Examines the contrast between traditional and modern methods of research

Good for: Those interested in documentaries about academia, personal history, and unconventional perspectives on knowledge work.