When 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, she sets out on a treacherous quest across the city to reclaim what was taken from her.
In "Thelma," 93-year-old Thelma shares a deep bond with her Gen Z grandson Daniel, facing infantilization by Daniel's parents, Gail and Alan. When Thelma loses $10,000 to a scam, she resolves to retrieve it.
The film humorously mirrors "Mission: Impossible," with Thelma embarking on an adventurous mission. She teams up with Ben, an old acquaintance, and faces off against a ruthless adversary. Thelma’s journey, filled with humor and action, ultimately highlights her defiance and quest for independence.