80 for Brady

The film makes the lives of four older women the center of a major sports trip. The women reject the idea that old age should end their fun, dating, or freedom. Betty’s husband takes her for granted, and Trish openly enjoys sex and romance. Gugu is a gay black choreographer who helps the group, but his identity stays in a supporting role.

Betty’s husband relies on her work and ignores her own needs. The film also lets the women reject the idea that old age should limit their choices. These ideas recur through Betty’s marriage and the group’s decision to chase a major adventure. The movie does not attack churches, capitalism, or Western institutions.

A few small conservative accounts called the film woke because of Jane Fonda’s politics and the cast’s liberal image. One account objected to Billy Porter’s flamboyant male choreographer. Other posts used “too woke” as a joke or a short complaint. The reaction had little reach, and there was no sign of an organized boycott or review bombing.

Emily Halpern and Sarah Haskins have a feminist comedy record that challenges gender stereotypes and centers strong, nontraditional women. Donna Gigliotti has backed stories about strong women and black women at NASA. Victoria Thomas has a record of diverse casts and support for inclusive casting. Kyle Marvin and most other listed producers have little or no public activist record.