Search - Frontline: The Undertaking on DVD

Sharon F. (Shar) from AVON PARK, FL
Reviewed on 6/18/2023...

Not sure why this only has 1 star. It was enlightening to understand the process of death and why we are so distant from it. I find it amazing that we celebrate and encompass birth...even become a part of the live birth process, yet we are fearful and shroud from death. Both are part of living. This helps one understand the grieving process and why we need funerals. My only complaint is that it didn't go into more detail about the whole process that no one gets to see...the embalming and dressing.

Insightful, sensitive handling of a difficult subject

Katherine M. Sellers | Charleston SC | 04/11/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I saw part of this program when it aired on PBS. I wanted to see the entire program and ordered this DVD. I have since shown it to all my family and several close friends. All have reacted the same way... grateful they saw the process of working with the grieving as they go on after the death of a loved one. None of us gets out of this life alive, yet little is said or done to explain the final process of life. This program paints a picture of sensitive, caring funeral personnel, as well as a glimpse into family situations death can bring about. Choices of cremation or burial are better understood.Pre-planning to save the family from choices in their grief is also represented. I feel a richer person, in spirit, for having heard the poetry of Thomas Lynch that is peppered into this must-see program. Thanks to all who worked to produce it."

Very Good Educational DVD

Ellen Prudenti | Mt. Bethel, PA | 08/02/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I used this DVD as part of the educational program at a hospital's pastoral care department. Students, staff, and volunteers are uniformly touched by its realism and sensitivity. It provokes thoughtful discussion."