Join us for A Story of Endings, a moving and insightful feature-length documentary exploring the growing death doula movement.
Directed and self-produced by Lucy Pijnenburg, the film follows four doulas as they work to reimagine our shared relationship with death through Death Cafés and community-centred initiatives that break taboos and build death literacy across Naarm/Melbourne.
After the screening, we’ll gather for a Q&A session facilitated by death doula Dina Smirnova (who appears in the film). The evening will also feature Let’s Talk About Endings, the reflective conversation card deck that is inspired by the film and created by director Lucy Pijnenburg.
Arrive a little early (from 6:15pm) for a welcoming cup of tea. We’ll begin the film promptly at 6:30pm.
Please note:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are advised that this program contains images and voices of people who have passed away.
About the Three-Part Series: Conversations on Death & Dying
Join us for Conversations on Death & Dying, a three-part series that gently opens space to explore our relationship with death, dying and the unknown. Through film, dialogue, and contemplative practice, we’ll consider how facing life’s impermanence can deepen presence, compassion and connection.
Facilitated by end-of-life doula Dina Smirnova in collaboration with the WellSpring Centre.
Session Information
Session 1: Friday 20 March, 6:30–8pm | A Story of Endings: Documentary Film Screening
Session 2: Saturday 21 March, 11–12:30pm | Let’s Talk About Endings: A Community Conversation on Death & Dying
Session 3: Wednesday 25 March, 6:30–8pm | Sitting with the Unknown: A Contemplative Practice
Participants are welcome to attend any session independently and do not need to attend all three consecutively.
Exchange
Early bird rate (book before 5 March): $215 for three sessions / $75 per session
Full price: $240 for three sessions / $80 per session