I first saw "On Golden Pond" back in the early 80s and thought it was a very good film. Now, decades later, I decided to re-watch it and thought it was terrific! I think it's possibly because I am older and can relate a bit more to Norman!
When the story begins, Norman and Ethel Thayer (Henry Fonda and Katharine Hepburn) arrive at their summer place on the late in the New Hampshire wilderness. Both are elderly and Norman is well aware that this might be the final season he enjoys the home that's been in their family for many years. What happens next? Just see the film!
The reason to see this film is the acting....and it's certainly a story that is dependent on acting and not stunts nor action. And, both Fonda and Hepburn are terrific...both earning Oscars for their lovely performances. Additionally, while the story is simple, it's exquisitely written and is among the better films of the 1980s.
When the story begins, Norman and Ethel Thayer (Henry Fonda and Katharine Hepburn) arrive at their summer place on the late in the New Hampshire wilderness. Both are elderly and Norman is well aware that this might be the final season he enjoys the home that's been in their family for many years. What happens next? Just see the film!
The reason to see this film is the acting....and it's certainly a story that is dependent on acting and not stunts nor action. And, both Fonda and Hepburn are terrific...both earning Oscars for their lovely performances. Additionally, while the story is simple, it's exquisitely written and is among the better films of the 1980s.