How to Capture Your Grandparents' Memories? Try These 20 Provocative Questions

In the raw, unfiltered wisdom of Amit Sood, "If you see your mom twice a year and she's 75, you'll probably see her only 25 more times." A bitter slice of truth. A reminder that our time with those we love isn't infinite.

For the lucky ones among us, our parents or grandparents are like living, breathing history books. They're troves of life experiences, untold tales, and wisdom that can't be googled.

Storious Films is in the business of unraveling those narratives, one question at a time. We’re akin to culinary explorers, sampling and savoring the rich flavors of life stories, dishing them up for others to feast on.

So, next time you’re sitting with your folks or grandparents, consider popping these 20 questions. They're designed to get the stories flowing, just like a fine wine or a cold beer. Be sure to record their answers - you’ll preserve a piece of family history that everyone can share and savor.

1. What’s your favorite book, movie, musician, quote, animal, or word?

2. If you could break bread with anyone in the world, who would it be?

3. What nugget of wisdom would you hand down to your 18-year-old self?

4. If you could stir up one change in the world, what would it be?

5. Can you recall a pivotal moment in your life?

6. If you could rewind time, what age would you return to?

7. How do you define a "good" life?

8. What's the most valuable and the most useless advice you’ve ever received?

9. What are your thoughts about getting another year older?

10. What's something you've always craved but still haven't got?

11. What's the best compliment you've ever received?

12. What traits have you retained and what has evolved over the years?

13. If you could only pick one - rich, intelligent, or good-looking, which would you be?

14. What kind of conversation spices up your day, and what leaves a bad taste in your mouth?

15. In your opinion, what's the secret ingredient to a successful relationship?

16. What were your first impressions of your partner?

17. What's the first memory that pops up from your wedding day?

18. What’s the most precious lesson your parents taught you?

19. What's something surprising your kids have taught you?

20. What was your proudest moment as a parent?

If these questions served up some tasty tidbits, consider capturing it all in a documentary video production with Storious Films. We’ll help you dish out your family's unique story, a feast for the eyes and heart that'll be passed down for generations. Let's cook up some history, shall we?