Film Lens
Pretty Old focuses on the Ms. Senior Sweetheart Pageant held in Fall River, Massachusetts, where 30 women aged 67 to 84 participate to celebrate their lives. The film captures their diverse experiences, personal stories, and the connections formed among contestants as they compete for the title. The pageant serves as a platform for the women to share their humor and the challenges they have faced throughout their lives.
The documentary emphasizes the strength and beauty of aging, presenting the contestants not just as competitors but as individuals with rich histories. Through their stories, the film illustrates the joy and endurance found in the later stages of life, making a case for the value of celebrating elderly women in society.
Why Watch
- •Meet 30 inspiring women in Fall River, Massachusetts.
- •Find out what it takes to compete in a senior beauty pageant.
- •See personal stories filled with humor and life lessons.
Did You Know
•The Ms. Senior Sweetheart Pageant celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2012.
•Contestants in the pageant range in age from 67 to 84 years old.
•The film has a runtime of 85 minutes.
Perfect For
Elderly empowermentBeauty pageantsLife stories