Thelma (2024)★ 7.2/10

You’ve got to keep dreaming, for you never know when dreams come true. June Squibb, known for her supporting roles in films like Scent of a Woman, The Age of Innocence, Far from Heaven, and About Schmidt, landed her first leading role at the age of 94. She plays a 93-year-old woman in an anti-fraud action film. The movie includes scenes of the protagonist swatting cockroaches with newspapers, chasing criminals on an electric scooter, and stealing a friend's pistol. All the quirky plot elements are based on the real-life experiences of director's grandmother. Beyond the humor, the film also highlights the realities of aging, showing a determined grandmother who fights back against time.

A well-executed indie film. A second-hand store that's been forgotten by customers is like the elderly who's left behind by time. The final gunshot that destroys the computer marks the beginning of a renewed competition for attention between the old and the new.

A modest but heartfelt film. The forgotten thrift shop mirrors the elderly, left behind by the times. The movie cleverly juxtaposes two worlds, using high-tech innovations that isolate older generations while entrapping the younger ones. The grandparents are portrayed with warmth and humor, making their performances feel genuinely lively.

The story captures the struggles of two generations in today’s society. Elderly characters are resourceful and determined yet struggle to keep up with technology, while younger ones are technologically savvy but lack direction in life.

This is a seriously awesome female action-comedy movie perfect for munching on popcorn. June Squibb is unique in that she really holds the whole thing together. The way the director shows the grandma is really cool, with that opening shot that sets the scene and the music that feels like "Mission: Impossible." I love movies that show seniors living their own lives.

Even though the subject matter makes it hard to have a tight story, the movie still manages to keep you on the edge of your seat with great music and editing. The hearing aid design is both useful and creative; it makes aging seem less serious. And that real-life footage at the end really hit home for me.

This movie is one wild ride! It's like “Mission: Impossible” for old people. It's about an old lady who goes on a mission to stop scammers, and it's hilarious. It shows all the challenges of getting older but also gives you hope because of what the main character does. The grandma is so real and adorable; the actress did a great job!

This movie is based on events that really happened to the director's grandma. It's about a 93-year-old lady who gets a scam phone call. The thing is, hiser grandma didn't send any money in real life. The movie has everything you want in a film like this, but it also shows the real stuff about being old and how different generations in a family get along. It makes you think about a lot of things.

Thelma: La venganza nunca ha sido tan dulce (2024) es un recordatorio entrañable de que la determinación y la dignidad no se pierden con los años. Dirigida por Josh Margolin e inspirada en una vivencia real con su propia abuela, la cinta convierte una típica estafa telefónica en la fuerza motora de una comedia de acción a escala humana, sustituyendo las explosiones espectaculares por andadores, scooters eléctricos y la astucia que solo da la experiencia.
​June Squibb, a sus noventa años, brilla con una presencia magnética y una valentía impecable. Interpretando a Thelma Post, una anciana que decide recuperar el dinero que le robaron engañándola con la voz de su nieto, Squibb evita el cliché de la viejita indefensa o la caricatura cómica. Su actuación transmite una terquedad entrañable, fragilidad real y una autonomía obstinada con la que cualquiera que haya visto envejecer a un ser querido —o esté peinando canas— se sentirá profundamente identificado.
​La química entre Squibb y el recordado Richard Roundtree (en su último papel en pantalla) aporta los mejores momentos de camaradería y humor sutil. Entre persecuciones a diez kilómetros por hora y dilemas cotidianos como lidiar con la tecnología actual, la película reflexiona con mucho respeto sobre la pérdida de independencia, el miedo de la familia a la vulnerabilidad de los mayores y la belleza de no rendirse.
​Calificación: 💫💫💫💫 (4/5 estrellas)
​Una obra genuina, cálida y Divertida que celebra la vejez con soltura, afecto y muchísima personalidad.

Um filme indie bem executado. Uma loja de segunda mão que foi esquecida pelos clientes é como um idoso que foi deixado para trás pelo tempo. O tiro final que destrói o computador marca o início de uma nova competição por atenção entre o velho e o novo.

É preciso continuar sonhando, pois nunca se sabe quando os sonhos se tornam realidade. June Squibb, conhecida por seus papéis coadjuvantes em filmes como Perfume de Mulher, A Época da Inocência, Longe do Paraíso e As Confissões de Schmidt, conseguiu seu primeiro papel principal aos 94 anos de idade. Ela interpreta uma mulher de 93 anos em um filme de ação antifraude. O filme inclui cenas em que a protagonista espanca baratas com jornais, persegue criminosos em uma scooter elétrica e rouba a pistola de um amigo. Todos os elementos peculiares da trama são baseados nas experiências reais da avó do diretor. Além do humor, o filme também destaca a realidade do envelhecimento, mostrando uma avó determinada que luta contra o tempo.

Una película modesta pero sincera. La tienda de segunda mano olvidada refleja a los ancianos, abandonados por el tiempo. La película yuxtapone inteligentemente dos mundos, utilizando innovaciones de alta tecnología que aíslan a las generaciones mayores mientras atrapan a las más jóvenes. Los abuelos son retratados con calidez y humor, haciendo que sus actuaciones resulten genuinas y vivas.