"94-Year-Old June Squibb Shines in Action-Comedy 'Thelma'"

Thelma, a sweet action-comedy film, features June Squibb in her first leading role at the age of 94, portraying a nonagenarian who becomes an unlikely action hero after being scammed out of $10,000. Directed by Josh Margolin, the film is an ode to his real-life grandmother and offers a humorous yet poignant portrayal of aging and independence. Thelma's journey to retrieve the money is both heartwarming and comical, striking a balance between sweetness and the limitations of old age. The film, which premiered at Sundance, provides a rare and genuine depiction of life in one's sunset years and is highlighted by Squibb's understatedly funny and commanding performance.