The Spirit of '45

The Spirit of '45

Directed by Ken Loach

Produced by Sixteen Films, Fly Film

201394 min6.1 / 10

A nostalgic historical documentary that celebrates the post-war British welfare state while mourning its gradual dismantling, grounded in social analysis and collective memory.

In an age marked both by austerity and post-war optimism, the Labour Party (1945–1951) creates the welfare state, nationalises many business sectors and creates a fairer society for all. However, as Margaret Thatcher rises to power in 1979, virtually all of Clement Attlee's innovations are dismantled by successive governments.

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  • Is The Spirit of '45 scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.

  • Is The Spirit of '45 violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.

  • Is The Spirit of '45 sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.

  • Is The Spirit of '45 easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 62% of films.

  • Does The Spirit of '45 end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.

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