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Working Men
The origin of the loops is not clear, but my belief is that they were created for Le Salon. They were marketed by several distributors, including Mustang/Falcon. When the films were put on a compilation videotape around 1981, the loops were attributed to Rollo Productions, but the loops and tape were marketed by Le Salon. The series of loops has a general theme of "working men" (physical laborers and repairmen) having sex. In the late seventies, it was common for loops to be marketed as a series (usually of six). Often, the only thing in common between the loops in a series was a theme. Stills from these loops were marketed by Le Salon, as "Pantheon" mags, and the photographers for Pantheon included Adam Cadman, Colin Meyer, D.J. Garrett and Ned Hart (Fred Bisonnes). At about the same time, Fred Bisonnes and Carlos Quiroz were creating a series of mags for Le Salon marketed as "Western Man" mags. Subsequently, the in-house studio for Le Salon was known as Lobo Studios.
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Plot Summary
A group of blue-collar workers at a small manufacturing plant struggle with their jobs, personal lives, and the threat of their company being bought out. The film offers a humorous and sometimes poignant look at the daily grind and the camaraderie among the employees as they face uncertainty.
Critical Reception
Working Men received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its ensemble cast and relatable portrayal of working-class struggles, while others found its humor and dramatic elements uneven. It is considered a minor film of the early 1980s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its ensemble cast and authentic depiction of blue-collar life.
Criticized for an uneven tone, balancing comedy and drama awkwardly.
Seen as a modest but somewhat forgettable attempt at social commentary through humor.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but available commentary suggests appreciation for the film's attempt to portray everyday working people and their challenges with a touch of humor.
Fun Fact
The film was released direct-to-video in many markets, contributing to its limited theatrical exposure and subsequent obscurity.
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