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Young@Heart (DVD)
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As early as autumn 2006, surreal and hilarious video clips of Stephen Walker`s documentary (which originally aired on the BBC) were making the rounds on YouTube and in email inboxes all over the U.S.--tantalizing, out-of-context glimpses of the Young@H......more
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As early as autumn 2006, surreal and hilarious video clips of Stephen Walker`s documentary (which originally aired on the BBC) were making the rounds on YouTube and in email inboxes all over the U.S.--tantalizing, out-of-context glimpses of the Young@Heart vocal choir, composed of elderly men and women, having a go at chestnuts by Sonic Youth, the Clash, and the Ramones. It seemed that the feature film, re-released for the screen in 2008, would perhaps be an uncomfortably comic look at a bunch of geezers set up to look ridiculous for the smug delectation of hipster audiences everywhere. The reality is not so far off-base, at least on first glance, but Walker`s film, tracking the progress of the chorus as they prepare for a big gig, provides enough good-natured humor, personal narrative, and intimate details to inspire respect and admiration--and some major heart-string-plucking--in filmgoers.
Viewers witness the blossoming of long-buried or completely latent musical talents in the elderly folks; learning the new, unfamiliar material, under the direction of irascible 50-something conductor Bob Cilman, keeps their neurons firing and their emotions kindled, while communing with and trusting each other staves off the isolating effects of old age, even as they cope with heartbreaking losses within their ranks. It is undeniably funny to watch them struggle with the more challenging punk, classic rock, and soul songs as their leader kvetches wearily, but Walker skillfully ensures that, by the end of the film, we are laughing with the intrepid Young@Hearters, and not at them.
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Inspiring
This is a great DVD; inspirational, uplifting, and enjoyable. It is a reminder of the full life "seniors" can enjoy when they have a passion for something. I highly recommend it.
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Need a Lift?
I first saw this movie on our local PBS station. I knew I had to have it, and I had to share it. I showed a portion of this film to my theology class and the discussion was one of our liveliest. This is a movie for those who sometimes feel that getting old is no fun (no matter what age you are). You simply cannot help but be re-energized by this uplifting and upbeat joy of a movie.
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Young@Heart
This is a fantastic documentary depicted an extraordinary group of elder songsters. They provide a lesson to all of us on how to approach life in later years with vim and vigor. There are 3 generations of fans in our home. Although people of all ages should find this entertaining and inspiring, it does indeed help if one is familiar with rock 'n roll music - i.e. Rolling Stones, Clash, Talking Heads. I would wholeheartedly recommend this DVD to one and all.
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EVERYONE SHOULD WATCH THIS ONCE
I watched Young at Heart in the theatre last year and I purchased the video for my cousin in NY. I loved it. It's about a senior choir that share their music with whoever will listen. Song selections are present day rock songs, given a fresh look and new interpretation. One scene has the group performing for inmates who are visibly affected by the performance. In a society that struggles to maintain it's youthfulness and devalue our seniors, this is a beautiful reality check. Life is what you make it baby.
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Young at Heart
I have watched it twice so far and it does put a smile on your face. I have recommended it to all my friends. Its good entertainment.
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