The Measure of a Man

The Measure of a Man

Directed by Stéphane Brizé

Produced by ARTE France Cinéma, Nord-Ouest Films

201593 min6.6 / 10

A sober, character-driven examination of economic desperation and moral compromise in the face of unemployment and precarity.

At the age of 51 and after 20 months on unemployment, Thierry starts a new job that soon brings him face to face with a moral dilemma. How much is he willing to accept to keep his job?

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  • Is The Measure of a Man sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.

  • Is The Measure of a Man violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.

  • Is The Measure of a Man scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Does The Measure of a Man end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.

  • Is The Measure of a Man easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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53/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity69

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise43

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love50

How much audiences actually like it

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