49 Up

49 Up (2005)

Not Rated 15 Sep 2005 • Documentary, Biography • 3h 0m
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In 1964, to explore the adage "Give me a child until he is seven and I will give you the man," World in Action filmed seven-year-olds. Every seven years, Michael Apted visits them. At 49, 12 agree to talk about family, work, their hopes, and the series. We also see footage from previous interviews. Some marriages seem stronger; some have ended. Being a parent or a grandparent dominates life's pleasures. Simon has found responsibility; John's charity work flourishes. Neil remains in politics, against all odds. Jackie leads the critique of a more deliberately-present Apted and the series' intrusiveness. None enjoy participating; all are reflective; several surpass expectations.


Writer
Bruce Balden, Jacqueline Bassett, Symon Basterfield
Starring

Language: English
Awards: Nominated for 2 BAFTA 6 nominations total
Country: United Kingdom
Metacritic Score: 84
DVD Release Date:
Box Office Total: $241,772

8.1

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