Synopsis
Documents the true story of the final weeks of rehearsal for the Young at Heart Chorus in Northampton, MA, and many of whom must overcome health adversities to participate. Their music goes against the stereotype of their age group. Although they have toured Europe and sang for royalty, this account focuses on preparing new songs for a concert in their hometown.
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Cast
- Joe BenoitHimself - aged 83
- Helen BostonHerself - aged 76
- Louise CanadyHerself - aged 77
- Elaine FligmanHerself - aged 83
- Jean FlorioHerself - aged 83
- Len FontaineHimself - aged 86
- Stan GoldmanHimself - aged 76
- Jeanne HatchHerself - aged 79
- Eileen HallHerself - aged 92
- Fred KnittleHimself - aged 80
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Philadelphia Inquirer
Vibrant and vivacious documentary. - 88
USA Today
A heartening and poignant affirmation of the transformative power of music. - 80
Variety
An irresistibly joyous, tearful and, most importantly, musical doc about a band of senior pop singers whose repertoire includes "Golden Years," "Should I Stay or Should I Go" and "Stayin' Alive." - 80
The New York Times
The movie offers an encouraging vision of old age in which the depression commonly associated with decrepitude is held at bay by music making, camaraderie and a sense of humor. - 80
L.A. Weekly
The film’s appeal is at once sentimental and perverse: It’s not every day that you get to see a 92-year-old woman soloing on “Should I Stay Or Should I Go.” Not surprisingly, a feature remake is already in the works. - 75
New York Post
It's truly inspiring to watch Fred Knittle, 81 and tethered to an oxygen tank, perform a riveting solo of Coldplay's "Fix You" after his singing partner dies shortly before the show. - 75
New York Daily News
One of the most delightful movies to come along this year. - 75
ReelViews
Likely to bring a smile to your lips and a bounce to your step.
