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Twelve people, documented every seven years since they were each 7 years old, discuss how their lives have changed since their last interview.
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The latest installment in this remarkable series, 49 Up is a satisfying continuation of Michael Apted's singular sociological and cinematic experiment.

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J. R. Jones Chicago Reader This seventh installment is utterly fascinating, drawing heavily on footage from the previous movies to follow each child on the journey into middle age. Aug 14, 2012 Full Review Roger Ebert Chicago Sun-Times Michael Apted's Up series remains one of the great imaginative leaps in film. Rated: 4/4 Nov 3, 2006 Full Review Michael Wilmington Chicago Tribune I can think of no single movie, fictional or factual, that more strongly awakens our common humanity or that establishes such a marvelous, tight bond with its characters. Rated: 4/4 Nov 2, 2006 Full Review Fernando F. Croce CinePassion Essential viewing Aug 28, 2009 Full Review Cole Smithey ColeSmithey.com There should not be an adult in the western world who isn't at least tacitly familiar with Michael Apted's groundbreaking documentary series based on the idea that a person's personality is formed by the age of seven. Rated: A Apr 24, 2009 Full Review Peter Keough Boston Phoenix In 42 years has the series brought any insight into issues of class, politics, or culture? Perhaps only insofar as nearly all the participants, regardless of background, end up as the same bourgeois, middle-aged mediocrities. Rated: 2.5/4 Apr 23, 2009 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Not much I havent already said about this amazing and ultimate journey that these individuals have allowed us to share with them. It is interesting hearing many reflect back on how they wish they had never gotten involved with this project, while still admitting they can recognize the value in this, or reason the reception has been so positive through the years. Bruce probably underwent some of the biggest changes welcoming two kids since the last update at 42, a reveal which had me cheering like I was watching a sporting event, and transferring to a prestigious prep school after a lifetime of socialist leaning inspired championing for the under privileged. I was happy to see John back too and found him more likable in this segment than he has been in any one previous. Tony is still living his best life and I was happy to see him and his wife getting on still, and as grandparents now. Neil seems to be doing progressively better finding his niche, which is all anyone could have hoped for after seeing the clips from 21-35 yr old Neil. This is the third film now with no mention or update of Peter, which I find odd as even Charles has been mentioned each film and has not participated since he was 21. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/20/23 Full Review david f A great documentary. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member The highlight is a disagreement between the director and one of his subjects. That makes for the most interesting viewing. Not much has changed between 42 and 49 to be honest. Still, nowhere near enough focus on issues for my liking Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/16/23 Full Review Audience Member I definitely don't think this series was meant to be binge-watched. It's almost too much to wrap your mind around. It's crazy how many of the participants are upset about being on the series when it doesn't seem like it goes THAT deep to me. I still love it. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/23/23 Full Review Audience Member This series just wrecks you, even if the participants are so "normal" that is the point... life and aging on film Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/12/23 Full Review Audience Member another up doc entry Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Twelve people, documented every seven years since they were each 7 years old, discuss how their lives have changed since their last interview.
Director
Michael Apted
Genre
Documentary
Release Date (DVD)
Nov 14, 2006
Runtime
1h 30m