Telephone scams have been on the rise for several years, with many focusing on duping the elderly out of any money they have. The first trailer for “Thelma” offers something we didn’t know we wanted, a granny going John Wick on flimflammers.
The Plot
“Thelma,” tells the story of Thelma Post (June Squibb), a 93-year-old, who falls victim to a scam where thieves call claiming they are her grandson (Fred Hechinger). An unfortunately all too common real-world con that heavily targets the elderly.
Of course, Thelma hands over $10,000 to help him without a second thought. After she finds out she’s been played, she goes to the cops who tell her there is nothing they can do. So she does what any loving memaw would, partners up with her friend Ben (Richard Roundtree), and sets out on a quest for revenge.
Parker Posey (“Beau Is Afraid”), Clark Gregg (“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”), and Malcolm McDowell (“Son of a Critch”) will also star in this over-the-hill revenge thriller-comedy.
Magnolia Pictures debuted “Thelma,” in January at the Sundance Film Festival. So far it has received mostly positive reviews and currently holds a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
“Thelma,” hits theaters on June 21st, we’ll keep you posted on any updates about the film as they become available. You can check out the zany action-packed trailer below:
