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Part-Time Work
A comedy of everyday life problems of a "temporary" teacher who leads a very "temporary" life. For ten years, he temporarily lives with his married sister in a cramped, one-room apartment in which, his brother's-in-law sister also temporarily lives. He has a diploma, but not a steady job. He's a school teacher for a definite period of time with a "temporary" status. At the mean time, a boy who lives alone with his mother goes to the same school. He wants to have a father by his own choice, not his mother's. It seems that the teacher suits most of the boy's idea of a father. And the boy gains what he always wants.
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Plot Summary
A former boxer struggles to make ends meet after his fighting career ends prematurely due to injury. He takes on various odd jobs and navigates complex relationships as he attempts to find stability and purpose. The film explores themes of masculinity, economic hardship, and the search for redemption.
Critical Reception
Part-Time Work received a mixed reception upon its release, with critics praising its raw performances but finding its narrative somewhat unfocused. Audiences were divided, with some connecting to its gritty portrayal of working-class struggles and others finding it too bleak.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for the intense and committed performances of its lead actors, particularly Mickey Rourke.
Criticized for a meandering plot that struggled to maintain momentum.
Noted for its gritty and realistic portrayal of blue-collar life in the late 1970s.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect a muted response, with some appreciating the character-driven drama and others finding the film's pacing and themes less engaging.
Fun Fact
Mickey Rourke's performance as a former boxer foreshadowed his later acclaimed role in 'The Wrestler'.
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