For Norman and Ethel Thayer, this summer on golden pond is filled with conflict and resolution. When their daughter Chelsea arrives, the family is forced to renew the bonds of love and overcome the generational friction that has existed for years. Norman must find his way through his anger and fear of growing old, while Chelsea struggles to rebuild their relationship. Ethel's consistent support of her "Knight in shining armor" is inspirational in its simplicity. This is a movie to ponder and always keep in your heart.
Genre: Drama
Cast: Katharine Hepburn, Henry Fonda, Jane Fonda, Doug McKeon, Dabney Coleman
Producer: Dianne Crittenden, Richard Portman, Ida Random, Matt Sweeney, Stephen B. Grimes
IMDb Score: 7.4/10 by 227 users
Runtime: 109 minutes
Released: 12/1/1981