Winstanley

1975·Movie
1h 35min
75
GreatGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Spectacle4
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Moving and cathartic

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Class and money, history, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Character Depth8
  • Complexity8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

"England is not a Free People, till the Poor that have no Land, have a free allowance to dig and labour the Commons..." Gerrard Winstanley, 1649

Gerrard Winstanley is the leader of a 17th Century religious group that believes the land should be owned communally. His convictions bring him into conflict with both the state and the church.
17th Century EnglandReligious DissentCommunal LivingPolitical ConflictHistorical DramaSocial JusticeClass StrugglePhilosophicalSlow-Paced

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Is Winstanley worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Winstanley?

1 h 35 min

Winstanley runs 1 h 35 min.

Is Winstanley based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Winstanley in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Winstanley?

2GBIE

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