Pride
Pride

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Pride

2019
Movie
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Korean

Hyeon-woo works in sales at a construction material company. Se-hee has a 5-year-old daughter and works at a bar. The two meet each other by chance, but it is not easy to continue seeing each other, as Se-hee has a daughter and she’s struggling with debt. They try to overcome it, but reality hits them in the face. In the end, Se-hee ends up going back to the bar without telling Hyeon-woo. Hyeon-woo works as a substitute driver at night and ends up seeing Se-hee go into a hotel with a man in a dress…

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IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic72/100
Google Users94%
Director: Matthew WarchusGenres: Comedy, Drama, History, Romance

Plot Summary

In the summer of 1984, Margaret Thatcher's government plans to close coal mines across the country, devastating mining communities. A group of gay and lesbian activists decide to fundraise for the miners in an effort to show solidarity. Initially, the miners are hesitant to accept help from such an unlikely source, but as the two groups find common ground, they form an unexpected and powerful alliance that changes both communities forever.

Critical Reception

Pride was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its heartwarming story, humor, and powerful performances. Critics lauded its ability to balance poignant social commentary with uplifting entertainment, making it a feel-good film with a strong message of unity and social justice. Audiences similarly embraced the film, finding it inspiring and emotionally resonant.

What Reviewers Say

  • A thoroughly charming and feel-good historical dramedy.

  • Praised for its superb acting and ability to blend humor with a serious social message.

  • Hailed as an inspiring story of unlikely alliances and activism.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved Pride, appreciating its uplifting message, strong performances, and historical significance. Many found it to be a moving and funny film that effectively portrays a unique chapter of social history and the power of solidarity.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best British Film at the BAFTA Awards. Won the Queer Palm at the Cannes Film Festival. Won Best Film at the London Film Critics Circle Awards. Won the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Film.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of the "Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners" (LGSM) group, which actively supported striking miners during the 1984-85 UK miners' strike.

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