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Vieillir et jouir sans entraves

2026-02-03
7
fr 65m
Documentary
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.

Director

Dominique Thiéry

Producer

Gaëlle Chauvin

Author

Marina Carrère d'Encausse

sexuality exclusion sexual desire lgbt social documentary social & cultural documentary old age sexuality old age sexual appetite senior citizens healthcare worker aging society

Status

Released

Countries

  • France

Companies

  • 17 juin média
  • France Télévisions
  • CNC