About the Film
Beyond the Compass is a documentary that is changing the narrative about women & aging, proving adventure, growth, & discovery have no expiration date.
Our culture paints the later years as a decline—but this is the story of women challenging the societal perceptions of aging by growing tougher, wilder, and infinitely more fascinating as they get older. The documentary captures the journey of 10 senior women ages 60-87 years old as they navigate both literal and metaphorical waters. Although each woman comes from a unique life experience they build community through adventure- pushing their physical and emotional boundaries, confronting fears, and discovering newfound strength and resilience by sailing and spending the night on a 30’ open sailing vessel, climbing a fire tower, and traversing a desolate island. Through all of this they break down cultural stereotypes about aging and demonstrate the continued capacity for adventure, learning, and personal transformation. This narrative aims to inspire younger generations to eagerly anticipate their own wrinkles, knowing they signify the emergence of a truly captivating main character.
