As Young as You Feel

A man battles against mandatory retirement in this quirky film from Marilyn Monroe’s early career.

  • Director

    Harmon Jones

  • With

    Monty Woolley, Thelma Ritter, Jean Peters, Marilyn Monroe

  • USA 1951. 77min

  • Digital

  • Certificate

    U

After he is forced into retirement, John returns to his former workplace disguised as the president of the parent company, hoping to rescind its retirement policy. Monroe is Harriet, a witty secretary caught up in the antics. Monroe played several secretaries early in her career, but this turn stands out thanks to her cheeky attitude and a knock-out wardrobe. She was clearly an actor ascending to stardom.

The screening of As Young as You Feel on Monday 13 July will include an introduction.