For some, aging isn’t fun. But these women - and men - have chosen to age with purpose and joy and fun. Come share their mood; you’ll be richer for it.

Never tell an older woman what she can't do!&nbsp;Octogenarian Fran Vall holds a 6th-degree black belt in Judo and a 5th-degree in Japanese sword fighting. In addition to mentoring at three martial arts clubs, she still finds time to work as a ski and snowboard instructor and volunteer in her community. On a quest to never stop learning,&nbsp;Sensei Fran&nbsp;became proficient in all of these arts during her years in the Foreign Service, living in places such as Japan, Afghanistan and the Sudan. WHAT WE LOVE:Her spirit, humor, and willingness to just keep going. You can also see this film in <a href="https://reelequalspopup.eventive.org/films/68b06e06ad5c16c60835c116" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Theme Block 1: Aging with Purpose</a>

Sensei Fran Kicks Ass

Never tell an older woman what she can't do! Octogenarian Fran Vall holds a 6th-degree black belt in Judo and a 5th-degree in Japanese sword fighting.

German Grandma Rita Ebel – Lego Oma – is a thrice-married water skier who never stepped away from an athletic challenge. At least, until she experienced a car accident which broke her spine and paralyzed her from the waist down. Rita has had to find new ways to participate in sports and the other activities she loves from her wheelchair. She does that, and more; her humor, upbeat demeanor, and honesty are infectious. What our screening reviewers said: "Turning a seemingly negative experience into a positive action.""Inspirational!""Too funny.""I feel better after just watching this!" You can also see this film in <a href="https://reelequalspopup.eventive.org/films/68b06e06ad5c16c60835c116" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Theme Block 1: Aging with Purpose</a>

Lego Oma

German Grandma Rita Ebel – Lego Oma – is a thrice-married water skier who never stepped away from an athletic challenge. At least, until she experienced a car accident which broke her spine and paralyzed her from the waist down. Rita has had to find new ways to participate in sports and the other activities she loves from her wheelchair. She does that, and more; her humor, upbeat demeanor, and honesty are infectious.

To cope with the COVID pandemic, a dance teacher goes online. Join her international, diverse-age-group of students and experience the joy of dance. WHAT WE LOVE:Dancing in one's living room. The sharing! All ages, all body types, all levels of ability: everyone dances, and here, they share their joy. Upbeat music! The family support. The connections between dance and film and how we come together through the arts. Ketty's vibrancy. From our NewGate School Global Campus Youth Jury:“Why We Dance” shows the joy of expression through movement and how&nbsp;that differs for everyone.&nbsp;This film&nbsp;will definitely inspire you to move and express yourself.- Nadia,&nbsp;NewGate Global Campus Youth Jury member The pandemic cannot stop these joyous and courageous dancers.&nbsp;- Ira, NewGate Global Campus Youth Jury member You can also see this film in <a href="https://reelequalspopup.eventive.org/films/68b06e06ad5c16c60835c116" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Theme Block 1: Aging with Purpose</a>

Why We Dance

Some people live to dance. We dance to live. A dance teacher and her students ages 49-85 go into the Pandemic alone and come out of it together. The film we make explores how we move through space and time, finding new relevance and joy.

Theme Block 1: Aging with Purpose

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