Love and romance are not exclusive territory for the young and middle-aged and yet biases around aging and love exist.
Interior Savings is partnering with UBC’s Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention (IHLCDP), Interior Health and AGF Investments to present the film called The Age of Love – a funny and charming documentary that challenges the stigma our society places on love and romance with age.
The film follows the humorous and heart-warming adventures of 30 Rochester, N.Y. seniors who sign up for a first-of its-kind speed dating event for 70- to 90-year-olds.
Fearlessly candid about their needs and desires, these WWII babies soon discover how the search for love changes – or doesn’t change – from first love to the far reaches of life.
Defeating stereotypes and linking generations, the film presents an unexpected story of possibility and growth regardless of age.
As one 74-year-old speed dater puts it, “No one, not even my children, asks me what’s in my heart anymore.”
Yes, it’s a story about speed dating for 70-90 year-olds. However, the underlying message carries a special significance for Interior Savings, IHLCDP and Interior Health.
“We recognize ageism as an issue in our society and we are working together to help build more age-friendly communities,” said Interior Savings CEO, Kathy Conway.
Whether you can relate to the individuals in the film, or you’re happily married, or even in your twenties and just discovering first love, the hope is that this film will not only entertain but also inspire you to question your own assumptions about age.
So gather your friends and family and head to Frank Venables Theatre on Tuesday, March 14 for a free night at the movies.
You can register online at www.aololiver.eventbrite.ca or just arrive on event night. Registration is encouraged but not required.
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