Curmudgeons

Most developed world nations are invariably getting old in terms of demographic, but there are still very little representation of the elderly people in the culture... gay or straight.

Getting into the film, I actually even didn't know it was Danny DeVito and David Marguiles. They both look really so old and frankly decrepit that I had no idea and just thought 'Oh, whoever they are, they are pretty good!'. But as old and decrepit as their characters are, they still have a heart, longing and need. This sweet short film captures the love in the old age as well as the rough old NY mannerisms and the reality of the elderly whose personal sovereignty is taken away as soon as they lose the ability to take care of themselves. Imagine how many gay couples, no matter how long they've lived together, had to be separated because their relationship was not officially recognized.

But time's changed. Old and frail, but Ralphy and Jackie can be together now.

I don't normally review titles but I just watched this short film and found it quite moving, then upon looking it up I noticed that the only review of it wasn't that favorable so I decided to throw in my two cents. This short film is very charming and sweet and has the feel on one of those pixar films where something very simple occurs but it takes on this bittersweet profound meaning and gives you a feeling of warmth and happiness. Now imagine that but live action and with a couple grumpy old men and a decent amount of adult language. All and all it made for a very entertaining short film that I would recommend to anyone because not only was it very moving and funny, but it is only 16 minutes and very easy for anyone to view.