Knock Down the House

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Knock Down the House

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Released May 1, 2019

1h 26m

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A young bartender in the Bronx, a coal miner's daughter in West Virginia, a grieving mother in Nevada, and a registered nurse in Missouri build a movement of insurgent candidates to challenge powerful incumbents in Congress. One of their races will become the most shocking political upsets in recent American history.

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A galvanizing glimpse behind the scenes of a pivotal election, Knock Down the House should prove engrossing for viewers of all political persuasions.

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Alessa Dominguez

BuzzFeed News

Still, it’s a reminder of how rare it is to get a clear, sustained look at any women in politics, and a credit to the film’s unique perspective and fascinating protagonists, that it leaves you wanting more, not less...

Apr 5, 2022

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Peter Keough

Boston Globe

Regardless of one's partisan leanings, it's hard to resist the dramatic momentum of these intertwined narratives.

Rated: 3.5/4

Dec 10, 2019

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Donald Clarke

Irish Times

It's a friendly record of an extraordinary moment.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 10, 2019

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Greg Carlson

Vague Visages

An energizing portrait of working class, mad-as-hell action — and the birth of a national celebrity.

Nov 8, 2023

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Elizabeth Garcia

But Why Tho? A Geek Community

Knock Down the House ends on a high note and despite the still turbulent climate of American politics, it acts as a solid reminder that often the greatest threat to American democracy is cynicism and apathy.

Rated: 9/10

Jan 21, 2023

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Gem Seddon

SFX Magazine

During a time when politics has become more than just a dirty word, Knock Down the House has the potential to make you believe in government again.

Feb 3, 2022

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Naomi B

Knock Down the House is an incredible documentary about everyday women entering politics in order to help change systematic inequalities. The film inspired me to believe in the possibility of change at such a high level. It allows its viewers to have courage and stand up for what they believe in at such a crucial time of political conditions.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

12/12/24

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Adrian V

Great powerful remarkable documentary! This is what is needed, ordinary people representing ordinary people.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/02/24

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Watching v

So I wasted my time watching this because of the critics scores. This is terrible . dont even watch this

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

12/16/22

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T

Look at the discrepancy between the hand-picked rotten tomato critics's scores and that of the general public's. This tells you all you need to know. This was amongst the worst drivel I have suffered through in a long time. I did so because I tried to be open-minded that it wouldn't be the worst thing I have watched this year. Oh what a foolish boy I was. I can never get back those minutes that I otherwise could have used to engage in worthwhile, productive and/or thought-provoking activities. Please do not make the same mistake as I did. Use your intuition, avoid this drivel like it's the plague.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

12/14/22

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Ryan O

Exciting, moving, and rewarding. Audiences of intellect will find plenty to enjoy here. Ignore the trolls, and be inspired.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/25/22

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Audience Member

Do not be fooled by the audience score, this is a GOOD documentary (and if it's not good, it's at least DECENT). Yes, it can be boring at times (like most documentaries in my opinion) but the interconnected stories of different people who are all trying their best under impossible circumstances is inspiring in a way unlike most movies, because this is REAL. You'll see the wonderful hard work of these four women and wish that you were out there doing something of your own.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/30/23

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Synopsis

A young bartender in the Bronx, a coal miner's daughter in West Virginia, a grieving mother in Nevada, and a registered nurse in Missouri build a movement of insurgent candidates to challenge powerful incumbents in Congress. One of their races will become the most shocking political upsets in recent American history.

Director: Rachel Lears
Producer: Rachel Lears, Robin Blotnick, Sarah Olson
Screenwriter: Rachel Lears, Robin Blotnick
Distributor: Netflix
Production Co: Atlas Films
Rating: PG (Brief Smoking|Thematic Elements|Language)
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 1, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 1, 2019
Runtime: 1h 26m

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