Old Fellas
Old Fellas

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Old Fellas

1979
Movie
75 min
Serbo-Croatian

Stories about middle-aged Zagreb men, their merry adventures and those one should forget. Based on a theater play.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: Paul MazurskyGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of elderly residents at a Los Angeles retirement home decide to take a trip to New York City to retrace their youthful memories. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and rediscover a sense of adventure and connection.

Critical Reception

Old Fellas received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While some praised its gentle humor and poignant exploration of aging, others found the pacing uneven and the plot somewhat predictable. Audiences generally responded well to the performances of the veteran cast.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartwarming performances by a seasoned cast.

  • Appreciated for its nostalgic look at aging and friendship.

  • Criticized by some for a meandering plot and lack of significant dramatic conflict.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its touching portrayal of older characters and their enduring friendships, finding it a pleasant and often humorous watch, though some wished for a more impactful story.

Fun Fact

The film marked one of the final screen appearances for legendary acting coach Lee Strasberg.

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