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The Shameless Old Lady

1965 · 94 min Comedy
6.7 / 10 · TMDB

Madame Bertini, a newly widowed 70-year-old miser, has lived a sheltered life in squalour. She determines to venture into the modern world and have as much fun as possible, and in doing so finds that she loves it. She blows her life savings, much to the disapproval of the young people around her.

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Original Title La Vieille Dame indigne
Year 1965
Country France
Genre Comedy
Director René Allio
Runtime 94 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.7/10 (21 votes)

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The director constructs a sharp contrast between the protagonist's frugal past and her joyous present, relying on a simple, observational style. He explores not just personal liberation but the societal hypocrisy that dictates how an elderly woman should behave.

What lingers after the viewing is a profound sense of warmth and a quiet rebellion against convention. A tender, ironic reminder that it's never too late to start living fully. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: René Allio

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Perfect for a lazy afternoon viewing. Best enjoyed with a sense of light contemplation.

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