CinemaOSMovie · 2026 · 1h 5m

Vieillir et jouir sans entraves

70%(1)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.

Directed byDominique Thiéry

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 5m
Language
FR
Released
February 3, 2026
Studios
17 juin médiaFrance TélévisionsCNC

Featuring

Cast & crew

6 credited
Starring
Marina Carrère d'Encausse

Marina Carrère d'Encausse

Self - Narrator (voice over) / Interviewer

Pierre Arditi

Pierre Arditi

Self - Actor / Comedian

Macha Méril

Macha Méril

Self - Actress / Writer

Antoine de Caunes

Antoine de Caunes

Self - Actor / Host / Writer / Director

Laure Adler

Laure Adler

Self - Journalist / Essayist / Editor / Producer

Gérard Hernandez

Gérard Hernandez

Self - Actor / Comedian

Creative team
Directed by
Dominique Thiéry
Produced by
Gaëlle Chauvin

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