50 TO DEATH

50 TO DEATH: AD HOC 2011 in Association with JSOK Films, presents an endearing web short film titled "50 to Death". A film directed by Jason Sokoloff.

First, I tip my hat to director Jason Sokoloff. He has accomplished with this film, what many advertising conglomerate companies (and their subsidiaries) can only dream of. The multiple 'messages' this short film is expressing goes beyond the theme of reaching 50 and deciding whether or not being a senior is an good or bad thing. No, it accomplishes much, much more than that.

If truth be told, this film has everything to do with the very foundation of what it is to be a family. A team, a unit of support, both physically, and mentally. It addresses the issue of patience, humor (laughing at one self), and always maintaining a positive outlook. This is what a family is all about; going back to the fundamentals.

Diseases which affect people over 50 usually are considered to be depression, early heart disease (including circulatory diseases), and some form of arthritis.


I found it refreshing that the men made no mention of any medical issues, and were actually, quite physically flexible. Can one say that this is attributed to good nutrition and health? Or is it that when you are plugged into family, from the very young to the very old (way past 50!), your overall emotional health becomes that more involved and animated. And that "animation" permeates throughout this film. I'm only 44 years old, and suddenly, after looking at this film, actually look forward to reaching 50 (if God permits!)

Excellent acting by Joan Barber and Jon Freda. They actually looked like they were really a couple. They were well cast. Norm Golden reminds me of Ed Norton from the 1950's classic sitcom hit, "The Honeymooners". His character added color and a touch of the "trickster energy" going on. I get a feeling we'll see more of this actor.

And what  about that baby! (Phoebe Bokhour) She "took it and ran"! It was golden! Christine Bokhour must be the real mother. They both just looked too real together. The whole presentation of this film was cohesive, warm, engaging, and real.

I can see this being "picked up" commercially.            This film receives 5 STARS