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There are a million or so stories in the Big Smoke. This has been four, okay five, of them. A sobering mosaic of social neglect and marginalization in Dublin in the year before the Great Recession. Its four stories – it’s a composite fil...

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In this mini-series spin-off of "Adam & Paul" (2004), four individuals, each dealing with their own hardships and struggles, go about their lives over the course of a single day in Dublin.
This documentary explores the complex and often contradictory nature of prosperity in the modern world. It examines various perspectives on what constitutes wealth and success, questioning the sustainability of current economic models and their impact on society and the environment. The film features interviews with economists, philosophers, and individuals from different walks of life.
Prosperity received moderate attention, noted for its thought-provoking approach to a pervasive societal aspiration. Critics generally appreciated its attempt to deconstruct the concept of prosperity beyond mere financial accumulation, although some found its scope to be broad and its conclusions somewhat abstract.
Praised for its intellectual curiosity and attempt to redefine wealth.
Noted for bringing diverse viewpoints on prosperity together.
Some viewers found it to be overly academic and lacking concrete solutions.
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The documentary was produced as part of a series exploring societal challenges and aspirations, aiming to spark dialogue rather than provide definitive answers.
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There are a million or so stories in the Big Smoke. This has been four, okay five, of them. A sobering mosaic of social neglect and marginalization in Dublin in the year before the Great Recession. Its four stories – it’s a composite fil...