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Deep Dive: Working for the Enemy (1997)

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Working for the Enemy
Working for the Enemy presents a stark view of the lives of Kevin and Robbie. Kevin, 35, has not worked in 18 years, reflecting the impact of long-term unemployment on personal identity and relationships. His girlfriend, Robbie, 19, supports them with a meager income of 70 pounds a week from her job as a seamstress. The film captures the intimate dynamics of their relationship against the backdrop of economic hardship. It raises questions about socialism and the social safety net, as it portrays the daily struggles of a young couple navigating life with limited resources in a challenging economic environment.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Kevin, a man out of work for 18 years.
  • •See Robbie's life as a seamstress earning 70 pounds weekly.
  • •Find out how unemployment affects relationships.

Did You Know

•Kevin has not worked for 18 years.
•Robbie earns 70 pounds a week as a seamstress.
•The film was released in 1997 and has a duration of 58 minutes.

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Socialism discussionsUnemployment studiesDocumentary enthusiasts