Film·1950·25m

The Steps of Age

Drama

Describes the challenges of aging as seen through the eyes of a woman, Mrs. Potter, whose husband becomes listless and unhappy following his forced retirement at age 65. She worries about him and knows that his lack of engagement is not emotionally healthy. When he dies after a few years of retirement, she gives up her home and goes to live with her daughter's family, which also presents challenges. The woman reflects on how to manage these life changes, and how to continue to live a rewarding, engaged life. She seeks a job but is turned away, apparently because the dress shop that is hiring prefers someone younger. She has some disagreements with her daughter about child-rearing. Ultimately, she and her daughter both conclude that they must show more respect and appreciation for one another.

Directed by Ben Maddow

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Cast

7 credited

Rose Spencer
Rose SpencerMrs. Potter
Harvard Sylvia
Harvard SylviaMr. Potter
Emma Agee
Emma AgeeTheir daughter
Manny Kirschner
Manny KirschnerHer husband
Dimitra Sundeen
Dimitra SundeenThe grandmother
Gretchen Mohegan
Gretchen MoheganThe child on the stairs
Georgia Tolliver
Georgia TolliverSaleslady

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