
The Working Class Goes to Heaven
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In this 1971 Italian drama directed by Elio Petri, the story follows Ludovico Massa, a dedicated factory worker who becomes increasingly aware of the dehumanizing effects of industrial labor. As he grapples with the demands of his job and the impact on his personal life, Ludovico’s journey highlights the struggles of the working class. The film stars Gian Maria Volonté, whose compelling performance anchors the narrative. Notably, the film won the prestigious Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:2h 5min
Views:119
Release:1971
Release Date:1971-09-17
Genre:Drama, Palme d'Or winners
Director:Elio Petri
Actors:Adriano Amidei Migliano, Donato Castellaneta, Ezio Marano, Gian Maria Volonté, Gino Pernice, Guerrino Crivello, Luigi Diberti, Mariangela Melato, Mietta Albertini, Salvo Randone
Country:Italy
Company:Euro International Films
Awards:7 wins & 4 nominations total
TMDB:7.8
Rotten Tomatoes:91%
FilmAffinity:7.2
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