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Don't Raise the Bridge, Lower the River

1968·Movie
1h 39min

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Light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline4
  • Tension4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Romance5

Humor

Some slapstick and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • World Immersion4
  • Novelty4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting6
  • Direction5
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing5
  • Cinematography4
  • Music Composition4

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About

The fun never sets on the British Empire!

George Lester is a man who is chasing rainbows, looking for the pot of gold at the end. When his wife, Pamela grows tired of being dragged all over the world, she leaves him. While she is away, George converts her family home into a discotheque, when she returns, she threatens to send George to jail for fraud, cause she didn't give her approval. George needing some fast bucks, decides to turn to an old cohort of his, William Homer but Willy's a little short. George then decides to steal the plans to a new drill, Pamela's suitor, Dudley Heath is working on. But when George gets the mumps, he can't make it to the meeting place and refuses to give Willy the plans unless he gives him the cash first. And the buyers won't give unless they see the merchandise first.
British Slapstick ComedyQuirky CharactersMid-Century SettingFarceSuburban MishapsEconomic AnxietiesProperty SpeculationLightheartedDomestic Comedy

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Where can I stream Don't Raise the Bridge, Lower the River legally?

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Is Don't Raise the Bridge, Lower the River worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 4.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Don't Raise the Bridge, Lower the River?

1 h 39 min

Don't Raise the Bridge, Lower the River runs 1 h 39 min.

What language is Don't Raise the Bridge, Lower the River in?

EnglishItalian

It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Don't Raise the Bridge, Lower the River?

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