Minnesota State University Moorhead



On Golden Pond Discussion Questions

Will discuss these questions after movie is shown

1. Early in the movie, Norman starts making references to his own mortality in jokes and offhand comments. He talks about living on borrowed time and preparing to celebrate his last birthday.

How would you describe Norman’s attitude about mortality? Is he anxious about dying or merely aware? How important is this to the overall theme of the movie?

2. Is Ethel really upset by Norman’s references to death? How would you describe her responses?

3. What is the relationship like between Norman and Ethel? How would you describe their marriage?

How important is their relationship to the overall theme of the movie?

4. The relationship between Norman and Billy suggests that generations may not understand each other. What do you think American society's attitude today is toward the elderly? More specifically, what do you think teenagers' attitudes are?

5. Compare and contrast the traditional family structure from the movie (1970’s) to today. For example, would Bill likely ask about the sleeping arrangements today?

6. What do you think the Thayers were doing the summer after the events of On Golden Pond?

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