Geriaction

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A genre of action films starring aging actors and actresses, especially ones who were action stars earlier in their careers. uncountable

    "Whatever it was, the geriaction flick looks like it might become a permanent fixture as our favourite actors grow old alongside us and compete with the younger heroes for celluloid space."

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"Whatever it was, the geriaction flick looks like it might become a permanent fixture as our favourite actors grow old alongside us and compete with the younger heroes for celluloid space."

Etymology

Blend of geriatric + action.

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