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The Steps of Age

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Calorie Rating: 35
Released: 1950-12-31
Running Time: 25 Minutes
Studios: Film Documents,


Describes the challenges of aging as seen through the eyes of a woman, Mrs. Potter, whose husband becomes listless and unhappy following his forced retirement at age 65. She worries about him and knows that his lack of engagement is not emotionally healthy. When he dies after a few years of retirement, she gives up her home and goes to live with her daughter's family, which also presents challenges. The woman reflects on how to manage these life changes, and how to continue to live a rewarding, engaged life. She seeks a job but is turned away, apparently because the dress shop that is hiring prefers someone younger. She has some disagreements with her daughter about child-rearing. Ultimately, she and her daughter both conclude that they must show more respect and appreciation for one another.

Director / Directors

Ben Maddow
Director


Cast

Rose Spencer
Character: Mrs. Potter
Harvard Sylvia
Character: Mr. Potter
Emma Agee
Character: Their daughter

Manny Kirschner
Character: Her husband
Dimitra Sundeen
Character: The grandmother
Gretchen Mohegan
Character: The child on the stairs

Georgia Tolliver
Character: Saleslady


Production and Crew

George Jacobson
Director of Photography

Max Glenn
Assistant Camera