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The Working Class Goes to Heaven

1971·Movie
1h 53min
81
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Strong craft, striking style, emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

Some satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody6
  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

History, class and money, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Complexity8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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After losing a finger in a work accident, an Italian worker becomes increasingly involved in political and revolutionary groups.
Italian Working ClassPolitical AwakeningIndustrial AlienationSocial CommentaryClass StruggleSatirical CritiquePsychological ImpactHistorical ContextLabor Movement

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Is The Working Class Goes to Heaven worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Working Class Goes to Heaven rated?

Strong language

Content advisories: strong language.

How long is The Working Class Goes to Heaven?

1 h 53 min

The Working Class Goes to Heaven runs 1 h 53 min.

What language is The Working Class Goes to Heaven in?

Italian

It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.

In how many countries can I watch The Working Class Goes to Heaven?

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