Seven British-born individuals reflect on their lives and choices at age 42, seven years after their last interviews at age 35.
“In 1964, director Michael Apted interviewed a group of seven year old children for the documentary "Seven Up". He's been back to film them every seven years. Now they are 42.”
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Seven British-born individuals reflect on their lives and choices at age 42, seven years after their last interviews at age 35.
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Tony, Lynn, and Andrew sit down for candid interviews in "42 Up," the latest installment of Michael Apted's longitudinal study. Seven years after "35 Up," the participants reflect on their lives at age 42, discussing relationships, careers, and personal aspirations. Each individual shares stories that reveal how their backgrounds and choices have shaped their current realities. The film continues to track the evolution of these British-born subjects, offering insights into the passage of time and its effects on their dreams and challenges.
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Why Watch
- Meet Tony, Lynn, and Andrew at age 42.
- Find out how life choices shape their realities.
- See the evolution of a unique documentary series.
Did You Know
- The film features interviews with participants at age 42, seven years after '35 Up'.
- Director Michael Apted started this series by interviewing children in 1964.
- The documentary has a total duration of 133 minutes.
- The production country for '42 Up' is Great Britain.
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Who directed the documentary 42 Up?
Michael Apted directed the documentary 42 Up.
What year was 42 Up released?
42 Up was released in 1999.
How long is the documentary 42 Up?
The duration of 42 Up is 133 minutes.
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