2020 Year of the Nurse is a groundbreaking documentary capturing the sacrifices, courage, and triumphs of nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Created by nurse and filmmaker Robin Roots, this powerful film offers an authentic portrayal of the frontline heroes who carried the world through one of history’s most significant crisis.
As the five-year anniversary of COVID-19 approaches in March 2025, this documentary serves as both a tribute and a historical record. Featuring real stories from nurses who faced unimaginable challenges, 2020 Year of the Nurse reveals the humanity, strength, and perseverance of healthcare workers in their darkest hours.
Robyn Roots, with thirty-eight years of nursing experience and over seven years in filmmaking, created this film to honor her colleagues and to ensure that their stories are remembered for generations to come.
2020 Year of the Nurse is set to debut in special screenings, healthcare events, and museum exhibits, with plans to distribute the film on major streaming platforms. Robyn is also engaging nursing organizations, hospitals, and educational institutions to bring this critical story to audiences worldwide.
This documentary is more than just a film—it’s a movement to preserve the legacy of frontline healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
About Robyn Roots
Robyn Roots is a renal dialysis nurse with thirty-eight years of experience, an independent filmmaker with thirteen projects to her name, and an advocate for preserving the stories of frontline healthcare workers.
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Robyn Roots
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Robyn Roots
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