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The Man in the Glass Booth

1975·Movie
1h 57min·PG
74
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Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace5
  • Violence5

Heart

Moving and cathartic

  • Pathos8
  • Catharsis8
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some satire and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody7
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4

World

Politics, the mind, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

The kidnapping... The masquerade... The murder trial... Perhaps the most suspenseful shocker of our time.

Arthur Goldman is a rich Jewish industrialist, living in luxury in a Manhattan high-rise. He banters with his assistant Charlie, often shocking him with his outrageousness and irreverent musings on aspects of Jewish life. Nonetheless, Charlie is astonished one day when Israeli secret agents burst in and arrest Goldman for being a Nazi war criminal. Whisked to Israel for trial, Goldman forces his accusers to face, not only his presumed guilt, but their own.
Psychological ThrillerHistorical DramaPolitical IntrigueIdentity & GuiltMoral ComplexityThought-ProvokingCourtroom DramaRiveting Performances

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Man in the Glass Booth

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Man in the Glass Booth legally?

The Man in the Glass Booth is included with a subscription to Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Plex. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Man in the Glass Booth worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Man in the Glass Booth rated?

PGViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is The Man in the Glass Booth?

1 h 57 min

The Man in the Glass Booth runs 1 h 57 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Man in the Glass Booth?

Critics83
Audiences69

Not quite. Critics rate The Man in the Glass Booth higher (83) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Man in the Glass Booth in?

EnglishYiddishGerman

It was made in English, with some Yiddish, German. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Man in the Glass Booth?

131ADAGALAOARATAUAZBABBBEBFBGBM+117

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Man in the Glass Booth in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Man in the Glass Booth use?

Hannibal LectureLarge HamPlot HoleThe RevealWar Criminal in Victim's ClothingRipped from the Headlines

TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for The Man in the Glass Booth, including Hannibal Lecture, Large Ham, Plot Hole.