Ice Cream in the Cupboard is a heart-wrenching drama based on the true story of Pat Moffett and his wife Carmen, who was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's disease at the age of 52. The film follows the couple's journey as they grapple with the challenges of navigating life with this devastating diagnosis.
As Carmen's symptoms worsen, she becomes increasingly prone to violent outbursts directed at her husband, causing Pat to fear for his safety and seek help from professionals. As they adjust to the reality of her condition and the support they receive from their friends and family, Pat and Carmen struggle to hold onto their love in the face of Carmen's inevitable decline.
Throughout the film, flashbacks and dream sequences take the viewer on a journey through Pat and Carmen's life together, highlighting their happy moments, struggles and enduring love, which helps to counterbalance the darkness of the present.
The movie's title, Ice Cream in the Cupboard, reflects one of the quirkier symptoms of Carmen's Alzheimer's, where she hides ice cream in unexpected places like the cupboard, leading to moments of levity amidst the sadness.
Ice Cream in the Cupboard is a touching and poignant story about the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.