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The Set

1970·Movie
1h 42min
51
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Romantic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Romance7
  • Coming of Age7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

Back in the 70s, The Set crossed all the lines!

Paul Lawrence is a working class man who dates Cara, sells shirts at a Sydney department store, and dreams of attending art school. Cara leaves for London and Paul becomes the protege of designer Marie Rosefield. Through this he enters the 'set', the world of Sydney art society. Rosefield is friends with Mark Broniski, an artist who commissions Paul to design a set for British stage director, John L. Fredericks. Paul is helped by art student Tony Brown, who is dating Paul's cousin, Kim Sylvester. Paul and Tony begin a homosexual affair. Kim's mother Peggy has an affair with Boronoski.
Australian CinemaComing-of-Age DramaSexual AwakeningArt World SettingSocial CommentaryCharacter StudyQueer ThemesPeriod PiecePsychological Depth

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Set legally?

The Set is included with a subscription to Dekkoo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Set worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Set rated?

NuditySexual content

Content advisories: nudity and sexual content.

How long is The Set?

1 h 42 min

The Set runs 1 h 42 min.

What language is The Set in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia.

In how many countries can I watch The Set?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Set in 135 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.