Hello, my name is Mor Ben Haim, and I'm an actress, filmmaker, and the creator of

Before The Fog.

I’m reaching out to share a project that holds a deep personal significance for me. Before the Fog is a film that aims to shine a light on young-onset dementia, a condition that affects thousands of families but is still widely misunderstood and rarely represented on screen.

If you believe in the power of film to heal, connect, and raise awareness, or if dementia has touched your life, please help us bring this story to the world.

Thanks to an incredible team and the generous support of early backers, we've completed filming. Now, we’re raising $7,000 to finish post-production and help bring this story to audiences who need to see it, in film festivals, community screenings, and beyond.

The Story

Before The Fog is a deeply emotional story about memory, identity, and the invisible threads that bind us, even as the mind begins to let go.

The film follows a young mother whose life is turned upside down by early-onset dementia. As her condition worsens, she is forced to make an unthinkable choice: to give up her child for their safety. In a final act of love and clarity, she decides to go on a journey to reconnect with her son one last time, before her memories fade completely.

This film is more than a portrayal of illness.

It’s a story of love, loss, dignity, and the moments of light that can still be found in the darkest times. It challenges how we see dementia, not only as a story of loss but also one of strength, humanity, and grace.

Why I Want to Tell This Story

This story is personal.

I’ve seen the effects of dementia up close. I sat beside my grandmother as she slowly drifted away, searching for glimpses of the woman she once was. In those quiet, heartbreaking moments, I needed something to hold on to. I needed hope.

Before The Fog is the kind of film I wish I had then.

This film seeks to reframe how we view dementia, not just as a story of loss, but as a deeply human experience that can hold unexpected moments of joy, clarity, and peace. It gives us a glimpse into the inner world of people living with dementia, reminding us that even as they change, they are still there.

I want this film to give people what I needed most.

Hope that love still exists. That connection is still possible.

That even when memories fade, meaning remains.

Young-Onset Dementia

Younger-onset dementia refers to any type of dementia diagnosed in people under the age of 65 , rarely as early as their 30s, during some of the most active and demanding years of life.

It affects individuals while they’re raising families, building careers, and planning for the future. The symptoms can be confusing, and many people go undiagnosed or misunderstood for years.

When I learned how common it is becoming — and how little awareness or representation exists, I felt a responsibility to tell this story.

Before The Fog was created to bring attention to this reality — to open up conversations, offer support, and show the humanity of those living with this condition.

Our Team and Supporters

Before The Fog was made by an incredible team of artists, advocates, and organizations who care deeply about this story.

Creator, Co-writer, and Actress: Mor Ben Haim - an actress and a filmmaker with over 10 years of experience, whose personal connection to dementia comes from witnessing its impact on three of her grandparents.

Director: Kirk Murray - an award-winning director who lost three family members to dementia and brings deep emotional insight to the story.

Producer: Roy Shellef - an award-winning filmmaker committed to creating honest, powerful stories that raise awareness about dementia.

Cast and crew: Our cast includes some well-known actors who were deeply moved by the material and felt compelled to be part of this story. Behind the scenes, we’re supported by a diverse, seasoned crew committed to telling meaningful stories with care, authenticity, and heart.

We’re also grateful to work with several amazing advisors and community partners who have helped guide us with their knowledge and lived experience:

Alzheimer’s LA

Dementia Friends Pennsylvania

KU Alzheimer's Disease Research Center

Dementia Friends Nevada / DEER

Dementia Society of America

Jewish Healthcare Foundation

Lorenzo’s House

Youngtimers

These organizations have supported us with valuable advice and encouragement. Some are also exploring ways to partner with us further, helping us reach more people and make a bigger impact.

How You Can Help

We’re raising $7,000 to complete the final stage of this film - editing, sound, color, music, and sharing it with the world.

Your contribution goes directly to:

Professional editing

Sound design and original score

Color correction and VFX

Press, marketing, and festival run

We want this story to not only be made, but be seen.

Your support, whether through a donation or by sharing this campaign, helps us bring this story to life with the care and sensitivity it deserves.

If dementia has touched your life, or if you believe in the power of storytelling to heal, inspire, and connect, please consider supporting Before The Fog.

With love and gratitude,

Mor Ben Haim