Review of 28 Up (1984) by Gareth D — 25 Aug 2009

This is reality television. The details may disengage the already disengaged. No loss there I guess?

This review of 28 Up (1984) was written by Gareth D on 25 Aug 2009.

28 Up has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Harrison W (167) on 01 Aug 2015

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By I Don't Know W (791) on 08 Feb 2010

While there's many good interviews here, Neil stands out, perhaps just by being the only guy who hasn't figured his life out yet, or got a…

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By Kim B (837) on 08 Jul 2015

Now at this point many of them either have,solid careers or are trying to find one. The one homeless man again is so interesting…

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By Daniel A (1,013) on 07 Aug 2009

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By Josh G (853) on 02 Apr 2009

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By Michael L (2,383) on 10 Apr 2008

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