Movies and TvShows featuring "ageism" theme.
A fading celebrity decides to use a black market drug, a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.
After being cut from the USA softball team and feeling a bit past her prime, Lisa finds herself struggling to find love and success. With her future looking uncertain, she finds solace in a fling with a charming baseball player, only to discover that he is in a love triangle. As she juggles her feelings for both the baseball player and a businessman, Lisa is forced to confront her own insecurities and decide what truly makes her happy.
Jerry and Marge Selbee, a long-married couple, win the lottery and decide to use the money to revitalize their small town. Based on a true story, this heartwarming film showcases their journey as they bring hope and prosperity to their community.
Logan and Jessica attempt to escape from a domed city where people are killed once they reach the age of 30. They discover a secret outside world and join a group of rebels fighting against the totalitarian regime.
A newly-divorced woman, Sandy, moves to New York City with her two children. She meets a younger man named Aram, who becomes the nanny for her kids. As they spend more time together, Sandy starts to develop feelings for Aram, leading to a romantic relationship. However, they face challenges and obstacles along the way, including their age difference and societal judgments. Despite the odds, Sandy and Aram find happiness and love in each other's arms.
Michael's life seemed perfect until his long-time partner blindsided him after 17 years. He must confront the nightmares of losing his soulmate and suddenly finding himself as a single gay man in his mid-40s.
In 'King Creole,' a young man named Danny Fisher gets involved with a street gang and a crime boss in 1950s New Orleans. He struggles to balance his passion for music with the dangers of his new lifestyle, leading to a series of intense events and a coming-of-age journey.
When a Russian satellite starts malfunctioning and threatens the Earth, a group of retired NASA astronauts are called back into service and must overcome their age and personal differences to complete the mission.
In the Loop is a satirical comedy that follows the chaotic and absurd world of politics. When a British government official unintentionally suggests that a war in the Middle East is inevitable, a group of politicians from both sides of the Atlantic scramble to spin the situation to their advantage. With sharp wit and biting humor, the film exposes the absurdity and incompetence of those in power.
Jennifer Lopez, a global superstar, shares her journey in this intimate documentary. From her early days as an athlete and dancer to her rise to fame as an actress and singer, she overcomes obstacles and challenges in her career. She uses her platform at the Super Bowl halftime show to bring people together and speak up against injustice. With determination and resilience, she becomes a respected icon. In the end, she performs at the inauguration ceremony of President Biden and Vice President Harris.
A female TV producer falls in love with a younger actor while dealing with the challenges of ageism and insecurity. They navigate a complicated relationship amidst the chaos of the television industry.
The Thief Lord follows a group of orphaned children in Venice who form a gang led by the mysterious Thief Lord. They live in an abandoned theater and carry out daring heists, stealing from the rich to provide for themselves. When a detective tries to uncover their secrets, the gang's loyalty and friendship are put to the test. Along the way, they discover magic and uncover a hidden treasure. This heartwarming tale explores themes of friendship, family, and the power of imagination.
In 'The Last Laugh,' an aging doorman is demoted from his prestigious job to a lowly washroom attendant. He struggles with the challenges of old age, humiliation, and the loss of his pride. This silent film explores themes of aging, pride, and the impact of societal expectations on individuals.
In the near future, society has achieved immortality through a miracle cure that stops the aging process. However, a series of mysterious suicides raises questions about the ethics of eternal life. A police detective is assigned to investigate the suicides and soon discovers a terrorist group that seeks to bring an end to immortality. As she delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a new social structure based on age and a dangerous political struggle. Together with her male and female partners, she must confront her own identity crisis and the philosophical implications of eternal life.
Make Way for Tomorrow is a 1937 drama movie about an elderly couple, Barkley and Lucy, who face financial struggles and the prospect of separation due to foreclosure. As their adult children are unable to provide them with a permanent home, Barkley and Lucy are forced to live apart. The film explores themes of old age, family relationships, and the challenges faced by the elderly.
The film follows a woman who has a chance to reflect on her life when a wormhole opens upon David Bowie’s death.
An elderly actor who lives with his wife and daughter is dismissed from his acting job because he is considered too old. On his way home from the theatre he panics at the thought of telling his family the bad news and decides to disguise himself as a beggar. His daughter's beau accidentally gives him a five dollar gold piece, thinking that it was a smaller coin. A chase ensues with a policeman, the daughter, and her beau in hot pursuit. When caught he is recognized by his shocked daughter, but is quickly forgiven by all. Meanwhile the actor hired to replace him has already been fired and a messenger is dispatched to rehire the Old Actor to the delight of his wife, daughter, and fellow actors.
Casting By is a documentary that explores the crucial role of casting directors in the filmmaking process. It takes a deep dive into the world of casting, highlighting the challenges and importance of finding the right actors for a successful film. The documentary focuses on the contributions of Marion Dougherty, a legendary casting director, and features interviews with prominent actors and filmmakers. Through personal anecdotes and insightful commentary, Casting By sheds light on the often overlooked but vital aspect of filmmaking.
A bucolic fantasy frolic in which an adaptable young woman must navigate a bewildering and whimsical phantasmagoria, populated by anthropomorphic and bombastic creatures. The characters she encounters, she discovers, reject established facts and knowledge in favour of: galvanising, albeit meaningless soundbites (often in the form of riddles and poetry), vigilantism and its blunt implementation of “justice” and cult-like acts of dissent. Ironically, leading these academic rebellions are the establishment figures themselves.
Struggling to support herself and teenage daughter, a widow rents out the second floor of her home to a man who claims to be a novelist working on a new book.