June Squibb on her action-comedy debut in 'Thelma'

Correspondent Mo Rocca talks with Academy Award-nominated actress June Squibb who, at age 94, is playing her first leading film role in the comedy "Thelma," about a grandmother who seeks revenge against a scam artist. There are even chase scenes (on scooters)! Rocca also talks with the film's writer-director, Josh Margolin, and his gritty and tenacious grandmother, Thelma Post, who at 103 inspired the tale of a woman fighting for what's hers.

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[RebelBuddha]

I don’t think I stopped smiling once during the past 6 and a half minutes. This is inspirational on so many levels. June seems like a wonderful person, as does the “real” Thelma. 94? 103?!? Love it!

[SirAbyss]

How can you not love her? June's such an icon.

[Daniel-shos]

A lot of grandmas have gotten this call. Kudos to the writer that made a whole movie around it.

[margieerwin]

June Squibb, you are awesome. Wishing you continued blessings and success for many more years to come.

[steveconn]

Well done, June. Now get Maggie Smith to be Louise and you have a Grumpy Old Ladies franchise!

[pedallove]

What a delightful interview! Thank you!

[inamorata]

June Squibb is a treasure. If you haven't seen Nebraska -- she was nommed for an AA for her work in it -- do so. You'll love her as that crusty older wife and mother.

[brucekuehn]

Watching the 103 yr old lady jump up to greet the 94 yr old actress - thank you! Don’t see that every day!
Aging is such an individual thing isn’t it.

[yazohgarrison-uwlv]

No matter how many time I see the grave yard scene in Nebraska, it never fails to make me laugh. You missed out Keith😂

[jamesfreeman]

I saw Thelma and it's a great movie. I hope Ms Sqibb is nominated and gets the Oscar fir Thelma. I hope seniors go and see this movie because it's a charmer, it's funny and realistic about aging.

[thementalmusician]

I just saw this lovely gem of a movie yesterday with some friends. One of the best films I've seen in a while. June Squibb was marvelous as was the late Richard Roundtree.

[bluegrasshack]

6/23/24: I go to great lengths to see “Sunday Morning”! It’s segments like the June Squibb piece that make me so glad! What a gal! A charmer!

[simplytruth]

We lose so much talent when a person reaches the age of 65 and retires. And we have a preconceived idea of how they are suppose to live. Great interview.

[mariayohey]

June I’m so happy for you and me that you’re still entertaining us ❤

[davidshaddick]

It's Meemaw from The Big Bang Theory!

[SanFelipeCreek]

What a fun interview with June Squibb and i wasn't going to watch Sunday Morning i'm glad i did.
I'm going back to June Squibb Wikipedia she is an Illinois girl.
June Squibb as a New Jersey leprechaun that drinks blood i can't wait.
Dexter Lombardo 🤠🧔
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[emac]

This is a fantastic movie. This director is going places, his writing and directing are brilliant. The actors were so good as well, believable and so funny. Also, the editing, made it really just a perfect film.

[TrixieTricks]

So many people get these scam calls. It's time we make people aware!!! I try every day to warn people about scams.

[mililaniman]

I hope to see Thelma. Jane Squibb's performance looks so funny.

[adelaferreira]

She is absolutely right, why should she care, she has earn her place in life already !