Pride
Pride

Pride

1998Movie161 minJapanese

Based on the International Military Tribunal for the Far East of 1946–48, depicts Japanese prime minister Hideki Tojo as a family man who fought to defend Japan and Asia from western colonialism but was ultimately hanged by a vengeful United States.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes53%
Metacritic56/100
Google Users76%
Director: Donald PetrieGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

A veteran actor, Harry, finds himself on the brink of eviction from his beloved London flat. To make ends meet, he takes on a small role in a play, which unexpectedly brings him into contact with a new generation of actors. As he navigates this new environment, he rediscovers his passion for acting and forms unlikely bonds.

Critical Reception

Pride received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While some praised its charming performances and heartwarming story, others found its plot somewhat predictable. Audiences generally responded well to its feel-good nature and the chemistry between its leads.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gentle humor and the performances of its veteran actors.
  • Found to be a heartwarming, albeit somewhat conventional, romantic comedy.
  • Appreciated for its exploration of intergenerational relationships and the theater world.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed "Pride," appreciating its lighthearted and charming story, as well as the performances from the main cast. Many found it to be a pleasant and uplifting viewing experience, though some noted it followed a familiar romantic comedy formula.

Fun Fact

The film's screenplay was written by Laura Jones, who also wrote the screenplay for "The Portrait of a Lady" (1996).

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