Movie Description
Vieillir et jouir sans entraves
(2026)Overview
One of society’s last taboos is elderly desire, which remains strong for many: half of older adults remain sexual. Advances in medicine and lifestyle mean people in their 70s, 80s, or 90s can still explore and enjoy intimacy. Yet society often ignores this—aged bodies are deemed unattractive, and sexual desire beyond tenderness is stigmatized, sometimes leading to mistreatment in care homes where couples are separated. The documentary Vieillir et jouir sans entraves confronts this taboo. Featuring celebrities and real-life couples—including Francine and Marc (60 years together) and gay couple Jean-Marc and Alain (34 years together)—it explores aging bodies, love, sexuality, and the challenges of libido and illness. The film highlights initiatives supporting sexual expression for older adults, including LGBT-friendly housing and sex-positive care, urging society to rethink its view of aging intimacy.
Featured Crew
- Director : Dominique Thiéry
- Producer : Gaëlle Chauvin
- Cast : Marina Carrère d'Encausse,Pierre Arditi,Macha Méril,Antoine de Caunes,Laure Adler,Gérard Hernandez
Cast
Self - Narrator (voice over) / Interviewer
Self - Actor / Comedian
Self - Actress / Writer
Self - Actor / Host / Writer / Director
Self - Journalist / Essayist / Editor / Producer
Self - Actor / Comedian
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Facts
Original TitleVieillir et jouir sans entraves
Status Released
Release Information
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2026-02-03
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 05m
Production Companies17 juin média,France Télévisions,CNC
Genres
- Documentary
