Bryn Mawr Film Institute and The Eastern Pennsylvania Geriatrics Society Invite you to a special viewing of the film, Quartet.
The Eastern Pennsylvania Geriatrics Society (EPGS) is the regional affiliate of the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) dedicated to the goal of advancing high standards of clinical care and quality of life for elderly individuals. The EPGS is a multidisciplinary group of health professionals involved in the care and services for the elderly.
Bryn Mawr Film Institute (BMFI) is a nonprofit, member-supported, motion picture theater and film education center. BMFI is dedicated to promoting shared experiences that entertain, engage, and educate audiences through a diverse range of independent-minded films, a full curriculum of courses, and an extensive program of special events.
In this film...
Cecily, Reggie, and Wilfred are in a home for retired musicians. Every year, on October 10th, there is a concert to celebrate Verdi's birthday and they take part. Jean (played by Dame Maggie Smith), who used to be married to Reggie, arrives at the home and disrupts their equilibrium. She still acts like a diva, but she refuses to sing. Still, the show must go on... and it does. Just as the recital is about to start, the director of the home is amazed at the energy displayed by the guests of the home, for whom the idea to rehearse and play before an audience, brings life back to them, leading her to the conclusion that old age and art go together. The film is actor Dustin Hoffman's directorial debut.
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Look forward to an Evening of Entertainment and Discussion
Admission is free but space is limited
Click here for directions and parking.
Click here to register.
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Stay well until the next post.
Bob Gasparro
Bob Gasparro is an Elder Attorney. He can be reached at Robert.Gasparro@lifespanlegal.com or (484) 297-2050. Comments to this post, and ideas for future posts are welcome.
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