The Silly Age (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2006, The Silly Age is a drama film directed by Pavel Giroud, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The "edad de la peseta" or silly age is the term used in Cuba for the pre-adolescent period from the age of seven to the age of eleven. Set in 1958 in Havana, the year that culminates the Revolution, ten-year-old Samuel has just arrived in town with his recently divorced mother. They take up residence in the house of his eccentric grandmother Violeta, and Samuel is introduced to a new, mysterious world where Samuel finds himself an adult in comparison to his child-like mother.
Who’s in it. The Silly Age stars Iván Carreira as Samuel, Mercedes Sampietro as Violeta, Susana Tejera and Susana Tejera, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Silly Age has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Silly Age page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Silly Age tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Silly Age (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Silly Age change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Silly Age worth watching?
- The Silly Age holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Silly Age?
- The Silly Age stars Iván Carreira, Mercedes Sampietro, Susana Tejera, Susana Tejera and Carla Paneca.
- When was The Silly Age released?
- The Silly Age was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.