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National Theatre Live: The Threepenny Opera

2016Movie2 h 51 min

ComedyMusic
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.2

A bleak, quirky comedy movie about society and class and money, with standout direction and performances.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood

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Not for warmth, comfort or uplift.

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Story

As London's East End scrubs up for the coronation, Mr and Mrs Peachum gear up for a bumper day in the beggary business. Keeping tight control of the city's underground – and their daughter’s whereabouts.

Feels like

  • Theatrical Performance
  • Dark Satire
  • Political Musical
  • Social Commentary
  • Gritty Historical Setting
  • Witty Dialogue
  • Critique of Capitalism
  • Morally Ambiguous Characters
  • Brechtian Style

Cast

20 of 20

Crew

Directed by
Nick Wickham
Written by
John Gay
Produced by
Kate Moore
Music by
David Shrubsole

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Facts

September 22, 2016 · 2 h 51 min · Sexual Content, Strong Language, Violence

Released
September 22, 2016
Runtime
2 h 51 min
Content
Sexual Content, Strong Language, Violence
Genres
Comedy, Music
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is National Theatre Live: The Threepenny Opera worth watching?"

Questions about National Theatre Live: The Threepenny Opera

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is National Theatre Live: The Threepenny Opera worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 8.2).

Will National Theatre Live: The Threepenny Opera make me laugh?

Very funny

Yes, a lot: the humor is mostly sharp wit (9 of 10) and satire (9 of 10).

Will I feel good after watching National Theatre Live: The Threepenny Opera?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 5 for melancholy, against 1 for hopefulness.