Young at Heart
Seen it?2008 | 107 min | Documentary
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (89% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had almost no lasting buzz and soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for the curious. If you loved Moonage Daydream or This Is It, start here.
- The mood
- Eye-opening.
- The pace
- Moves along nicely, at 1 hr 47 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
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.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
89% on Rotten Tomatoes, 75 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$4 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 5K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Stephen Walker, Sally George
- 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