1987 ACADEMY AWARD Best Documentary Short Subject

Two widowed artists in their mid-eighties meet on a painting trip and fall in love. They are much like the odd couple -- he’s a gentle soul, she’s a fiesty dame. Their artistic styles and tastes are as different as they are. "Young at Heart" will make you laugh out loud and it may even make you shed a tear or two. It’s a true story which proves "fairy tales can come true, it can happen to you, if you’re young at heart."

You won’t forget"Young at Heart." It appeals to young and old alike. This film is timeless and also reminds us that time waits for no one. That must be why the members of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences thought it deserved an Oscar. Though the Academy Awards began in 1928, there was no short documentary category until 1943. Each year, only one short documentary film wins an Oscar. It’s the most prestigious film award in the world. "Young at Heart" was the 44th short documentary ever to win an Oscar.

"Their love story as rebellious octogenarians is surely the definitive romance of the 80's. — PEOPLE MAGAZINE

"I loved your documentary and that wonderful couple! The Oscar went to the right filmmaker" — GREGORY PECK

"Arguably the most joyous 30 minutes this year. Put quite simply, "Young at Heart" makes us feel better about life" — LOS ANGELES HERALD EXAMINER

"Inspiring, moving and amusing. The vibrant personality of the two subjects makes it tick." — LOS ANGELES TIMES

"Captures the spirit of two remarkable older Americans whose zest for painting, living, and each other is quite simply inspiring. I wish I knew them." — JEFFREY GABEL, PBS

"A deeply moving, constantly amusing, thoroughly delightful film about some of the most basic emotions and issues in our lives." — LAWRENCE KASDAN, Director. Writer, Producer Body Heat, The Big Chill, Grand Canyon

"Young at Heart," is available on VHS or DVD for $40.00 plus $5.00 for shipping. Running time: 30 minutes.

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