Old Man's Influence Changes Young CEO's Life

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00:00This movie shows what happens when a 70-year-old retiree enters the fast-moving business world.

00:05Ben, with plenty of free time, joins a fashion company led by Jules, a young CEO under immense pressure.

00:12Initially, Ben feels out of place, but his wisdom and kindness soon shine.

00:16Can this unlikely pair help each other find harmony between work, family, and happiness? We'll find out.

00:22This movie is about a 70-year-old retiree, Ben, who's lost his wife and is restless with too much free time on his hands.

00:28Searching for purpose, Ben stumbles across an unusual opportunity.

00:33A senior citizen internship program at an online clothing retailer called About the Fit.

00:37Eager for a new experience, Ben applies with a video CV that impresses the team,

00:42leading to an interview where his enthusiasm and desire to keep learning stand out.

00:46Despite being told he's overqualified, Ben lands the position.

00:50The CEO of About the Fit Jules Austin is a strong-driven, young entrepreneur who built the company from scratch in just 18 months.

00:57She's constantly juggling meetings, phone calls, and zipping through the office on her bike,

01:02leaving little time to connect with her family or enjoy the success she's worked hard to achieve.

01:07When Ben is assigned to be Jules' intern, she's less than thrilled.

01:10She had completely forgotten about the senior internship program.

01:13She feels hesitant and worries that Ben's age and old-school ways will only slow her down.

01:18She reluctantly agrees to keep him for at least six weeks, unsure how to handle this unconventional situation.

01:23On his first day, Ben arrives at the office determined to make a positive impression.

01:28He quickly meets fellow interns Doris and Davis, all from different walks of life, but united by their passion for fashion.

01:35Ben's simple desk setup, a pen, notebook, and watch, stands in stark contrast to the tech-laden workspace of his younger peers.

01:42However, despite his initial worries about fitting in, Ben wins over his colleagues with his friendly demeanor and willingness to adapt.

01:48He also learned that he had to meet Jules at 3.55pm sharp.

01:53Becky, her assistant, warned him that Jules was very busy and had another meeting at 4pm.

01:58She also told him to talk fast and blink a lot, because Jules was annoyed by people who did not.

02:03Ben thought that was strange advice, but he decided to follow it anyway.

02:07When he met Jules, he was surprised by how young and energetic she was.

02:11She greeted him briefly and told him that she did not have much work for him yet.

02:15She said he would get an email if something came up.

02:17Then she rushed to her next meeting.

02:19While waiting for an official task from Jules, Ben throws himself into learning as much as possible about the company and its fast-paced environment.

02:27He helps out wherever he can, earning the nickname Mr. Congeniality from Cameron, one of the managers.

02:32Ben also becomes a mentor of sorts to the younger employees, offering advice based on his life experience.

02:38When one interned Jason finds himself in trouble after cheating on his girlfriend, Ben encourages him to apologize face-to-face instead of hiding behind vague text messages.

02:48Eventually, Ben's first real task arrives through Jules' assistant Becky.

02:52Jules needs her jacket cleaned after spilling soy sauce on it, but she's still wearing it.

02:56Tasked with retrieving the jacket, Ben approaches Jules' office and overhears her discussing the possibility of a new CEO being brought in to help manage the company.

03:04The investors want a more seasoned leader, which frustrates Jules, but she reluctantly agrees to consider it.

03:10Ben feels for Jules and becomes more determined to be helpful in any way he can.

03:15As Ben's presence in the office grows, so does his bond with the staff.

03:19He earns praise for his ability to clear clutter from Jules' workspace.

03:22A small but meaningful gesture that doesn't go unnoticed.

03:25He even finds himself forming a romantic connection with Fiona, the office masseuse.

03:30Jules, despite an embarrassing moment when she gives him a short massage.

03:33One day, Ben catches Jules' driver drinking on the job.

03:37Ben intervenes, insisting the driver inform Jules that he can't work, and offers to take his place.

03:43Jules reluctantly agrees, warning Ben that she'll be making confidential calls during the ride.

03:48Over the course of the drive, Ben learns more about Jules' personal struggles.

03:51She's constantly fielding stressful phone calls, including one from her overbearing mother, and another about the ongoing CEO's search, which isn't going well.

04:00Seeing Jules struggle, Ben buys her a cup of soup, knowing she hasn't eaten all day, and gently suggests that she take better care of herself.

04:08At home, Jules' husband, Matt, and their young daughter, Paige, greet her.

04:12Matt is a stay-at-home dad who supports Jules' career, but is quietly disappointed that the CEO's search hasn't yielded any result yet.

04:19The family dynamic is strained, with Jules often too exhausted from work to fully engage with her family.

04:25The next day, Jules' driver is still unavailable, so Ben steps in once again.

04:29He observes Jules' hectic morning routine, where she expertly balances work and family life, while ignoring judgmental looks from other parents at the school drop-off.

04:38Ben also sees how she handles crises at work with calm and efficiency, admiring her leadership skills.

04:43As Ben continues to settle into his role, he grows closer to Jules.

04:47One evening, they share a pizza in the office while working late.

04:51The two begin to open up about their lives.

04:53Ben tells Jules about his past job in the same building, back when phone books were still relevant.

04:58They laugh together, and Jules helps Ben set up a Facebook account, deepening their connection.

05:03Doris arrives the next morning to take Jules back to the office.

05:07She had enjoyed the six weeks of having Ben as an intern, but now, he is gone.

05:11He's moved to another section of the company.

05:13Doris, who is 72 and can't drive, lets Jules take the wheel as she calls Cameron and begs him to return Ben.

05:20She misses his calming influence and his competence.

05:23She tracks him down at a coffee shop, where he is getting coffee for his new co-workers.

05:27She grabs some cups, apologizes to him, and asks him to come back to her side.

05:31Ben's growing influence is not lost on the staff, with Becky, in particular, feeling threatened by his expertise.

05:38However, Ben reassures her that he's not there to compete but to help.

05:41Ben quickly proved his worth to Jules, offering insightful advice and drawing from his vast experience.

05:47Jules began to rely on him more and more, which surprised Cameron.

05:51Ben also acknowledged Becky's contributions and education, encouraging Jules to recognize her as well.

05:56Meanwhile, Davis, who needed to move out of his parents' house, announced his plan to stay with his cousin in Philadelphia.

06:03Realizing how difficult the commute would be, Ben invited Davis to live with him, which amazed Davis.

06:08Especially Ben's impressive house and his collection of handkerchiefs, which Ben insisted were an essential for any gentleman.

06:14The following morning, Jules was excited about her upcoming trip to San Francisco for a meeting with a prominent CEO.

06:20She asked her husband, Matt, if he wanted to join her, but he declined, explaining that he needed to stay for Paige's school activities.

06:28Although Jules understood, she felt guilty for leaving them.

06:31On her way to work, Jules encountered a crisis with a client who was upset and demanding.

06:36Feeling overwhelmed, she checked her phone and saw a missed call from her mother.

06:40Listening to her mother's voicemail, filled with criticism, Jules snapped.

06:44In frustration, she sent an angry email to Matt, but accidentally sent it to her mother instead.

06:49Panicked, she turned to her workers for help.

06:52Ben, along with Jason, Davis, and Louis, went to her mother's house to delete the email from her laptop before she returned home.

06:59After facing several challenges, they succeeded just in time.

07:02That evening, Jules treated them to drinks as a thank you.

07:05She realized how funny and intelligent they were, and ended up enjoying the evening.

07:10However, she drank too much and ended up vomiting in a trash can.

07:13Meanwhile, Ben and Fiona's relationship blossomed, and their first date at a funeral surprisingly turned out well.

07:19The next day, Ben picked up Jules for work and noticed Matt was acting off.

07:23He saw Paige upset about going to a party with a sitter, so he offered to take her.

07:28While returning home, Ben saw Matt with another woman, which left him feeling angry.

07:32Later, he confronted Matt indirectly, asking about how he felt about the new CEO, but Matt avoided the question.

07:38Ben returned to work, where Jules and his other colleagues noticed he didn't look well, but he brushed it off.

07:44During their flight to San Francisco, Jules sensed something was wrong with Ben.

07:47He eventually confessed that, despite his tough exterior, he was a softie at heart.

07:52That night, after a fire alarm went off, Jules invited Ben into her room, where she revealed that she had discovered Matt's infidelity.

08:00Ben confirmed he had seen Matt with another woman and comforted Jules, assuring her it wasn't her fault.

08:05He advised her to hire a CEO only if she truly wanted to and reminded her that she could have both a successful career and a fulfilling marriage.

08:13The next day, Jules had an extensive meeting with the CEO.

08:16She was impressed by his vision and, without hesitation, offered him the job.

08:20Jules believed this decision would benefit both her career and her marriage.

08:24She shared the news with Ben, who congratulated her.

08:27Later, at home, she told Matt about her choice, expecting him to be pleased.

08:31However, Matt seemed confused and asked who she meant by us.

08:35Jules clarified that she meant their relationship, not her company, and felt a deep sadness as she realized she was sacrificing her dream.

08:42That night, she cried in the bathtub, questioning if she had made a mistake.

08:46The next morning, Jules went to visit Ben to thank him for his constant support.

08:50She was surprised to see Davis and Fiona at Ben's house, looking quite comfortable together.

08:55Jules smiled, happy for them, and shared that she still felt confident in her decision.

08:59Ben, however, reminded her of her passion for her business and how hard she had worked to build it.

09:04He asked her how giving up her company would resolve Matt's affair and suggested that she had come to him because she wanted to be talked out of it.

09:11Ben told her he was her best friend and only wanted her to be happy.

09:15Back at her office, Jules noticed a bouquet of flowers from the CEO with a note expressing his excitement about working with her.

09:21She also received a thank you card from a bridesmaid whose dress Jules had fixed earlier, along with some wedding photos.

09:27Feeling proud and joyful, Jules realized how much she loved her company and that she wasn't ready to give it up.

09:33She asked Becky to inform the CEO that she had changed her mind.

09:37Just as she was about to hang up, Matt entered and told Jules he appreciated her hiring the CEO for his sake, but didn't want her to sacrifice her happiness for him.

09:45He admitted to the affair, but said it was over, and that he wanted to work on their marriage.

09:50Jules revealed that she had known about the affair and was glad it had ended.

09:53They embraced and promised to be better partners.

09:55At the end of the movie, Jules met Ben, who was doing Tai Chi in the park.

10:00He invited her to join, saying it would help her relax.

10:03Jules accepted, finding a sense of peace and happiness.

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10:11Thanks for watching.

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