Old People Driving

Two men in their late 90s confront the end of their driving years.
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Year Released
2011
Film Length(s)
25 mins
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Introduction

Old People Driving chronicles the adventures of Milton (age 96) and Herbert (age 99) as they confront the end of their driving years.

Synopsis

Old People Driving chronicles the adventures of Milton (age 96) and Herbert (age 99) as they confront the end of their driving years. Viewers join Herbert as he takes his last drive, hands over his keys and comes to terms with the reality of life without a car. Milton, meanwhile, continues to drive every day and vows to do so until he feels he’s no longer safe on the road. Through their stories, and a review of the latest traffic safety research, Old People Driving dispels some of the myths about elderly drivers without shying away from the fact that many people will outlive their ability to drive safely.

Awards and Screenings

OFFICIAL SELECTION - Council on Social Work Education Film Festival, 2013
BROADCAST - PBS News Hour/Economist Film Project, 2012
PRESENTER - ASA Aging in America Conference, 2011
PRESENTER - National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Forum on Aging Drivers, 2011
BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT - Phoenix Film Festival, 2011
FESTIVAL PREMIERE - Mill Valley Film Festival, 2010
BEST OF THE FEST - Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival, 2010
BEST OF THE FEST - Anchorage International Film Festival, 2010
Margaret and William Hearst Award for Excellence in Documentary Film, 2010

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Subtitle/Caption Languages

  • English

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