For Norman and Ethel Thayer, this summer 'ON GOLDEN POND' is filled with conflicy and resolution. When their daughter Chelsea (JANE FONDA) arrives, the family is forced to renew the bonds of love and overcome the generational friction that has existed for years. Norman (HENRY FONDA) must find his way through his anger and fear of growing old, while Chelsea struggles to rebuild their releationship. Ethel's (KATHARINE HEPBURN) consistant support of her "knight in shining armor" is inspirational in its simplicity. This is a movie to ponder and always keep in your heart.
Synopsis: Sentimental, bittersweet, three-generation family drama about reunion of estranged adult daughter with her aging parents. Thrills drama fans seeking intelligent relationship study. Devotees of Hepburn and Fonda applaud their pairing.