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The Younger Generation

1929·Movie
1h 24min·NR
66
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Calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace2
  • Violence2

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Coming of Age8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, family, and growing up

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition4

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See what riches did to a son and poverty to a daughter. Learn what parents are forced to endure from their children!

Soap-opera about a social-climbing Jewish man and his old-world parents who are heartbroken by his rejection of them. Young Morris Goldfish follows his immigrant father into business. His ruthless business practices cause him to become a big success, and he moves the family to Park Avenue. They go, but were happier back on the East Side. Morris is ashamed of this parents and his humble origins, but learns in the end that there is more to life than money.
Jewish Immigrant ExperienceEarly Sound CinemaMelodramatic Family SagaAssimilation AnxietyClass Mobility StruggleNostalgic Period PiecePre-Code DramaGenerational Conflict

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Younger Generation legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Public Domain Movies and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Younger Generation worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Younger Generation rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is The Younger Generation?

1 h 24 min

The Younger Generation runs 1 h 24 min.

What language is The Younger Generation in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Younger Generation?

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