We all fear being old, but unfortunately, it cannot be helped. We must face it sooner or later. Even in movies where being old seems like a detriment towards a person, it cannot be escaped. A notable example of this is the 1981 movie adaptation “On Golden Pond” coming from Ernest Thompson's play of the same name. Since its release, the film has received universal acclaim for a lot of things; the most notable example being its acting. This is especially true as the performances are outstanding and, when one understands the context of the movie, it is also sort tragic in a way when you hear about it. And while there are minor problems with the movie itself, that doesn't deter the fact that this movie is brilliant with its subject material. “On Golden Pond” is a reflection on why life is important, especially in old age. The story follows an elderly couple named Norman and Ethel (Henry Fonda and Katharine Hepburn respectively). They are up in New England, spending the summer ne