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Look Back in Anger

Name: Look Back in Anger
Genre: Drama
Released: 1959-09-15
Cast: Richard Burton, Claire Bloom, Mary Ure, Edith Evans, Gary Raymond

1959 | 98 min | Drama

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Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Critics loved it (92% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved Les Misérables or Glengarry Glen Ross, start here.
The mood: Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace: Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 38 min.
What might put you off: Made in 1959: an older pace and style.

A disillusioned, angry university graduate comes to terms with his grudge against middle-class life and values.

CriticsVery strong
92% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 27K people sought it out in the past year

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Directed by Tony Richardson