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How to Live Forever
Director Mark Wexler embarks on a worldwide trek to investigate just what it means to grow old and what it could mean to really live forever. But whose advice should he take? Does 94-year-old exercise guru Jack LaLanne have all the answers, or does Buster, a 101-year-old chain-smoking, beer-drinking marathoner? What about futurist Ray Kurzweil, a laughter yoga expert, or an elder porn star? Wexler explores the viewpoints of delightfully unusual characters alongside those of health, fitness and life-extension experts in this engaging new documentary, which challenges our notions of youth and aging with comic poignancy. Begun as a study in life-extension, How To Live Forever evolves into a thought-provoking examination of what truly gives life meaning.
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Plot Summary
A lonely, elderly man named David inherits a mysterious plant that promises eternal life. As he grapples with the implications of immortality, he forms an unlikely bond with a young woman named Sofia. Together, they navigate the complexities of life, love, and the true meaning of existence.
Critical Reception
How to Live Forever received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its heartwarming story and strong performances, particularly from Robbie Coltrane. While some found the pacing to be a bit slow, the film was generally lauded for its thoughtful exploration of mortality and human connection.
What Reviewers Say
A charming and poignant exploration of life's big questions.
Robbie Coltrane delivers a touching and memorable performance.
The film's philosophical themes are thought-provoking, though occasionally overshadowed by a predictable plot.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'How to Live Forever' is not widely documented on Google. However, viewers who have engaged with the film often appreciate its emotional depth and the central performances.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film was screened at the 2011 Vancouver International Film Festival and the 2012 Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
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