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May 11, 2022 I assumed this would only get more rewarding as the series continued but after nearly fifty years of documenting these subjects at this point even I couldn't predict just how emotionally rewarding this uniquely conceived and executed project would prove to be. It was really awesome to see Apted get thirteen of the fourteen original participants back for this one, with the lone pass being the same guy who hasn't taken part since 21 Up. I can understand the resentment from many of these generous people at seeing their entire life broken down into a fifteen minute segment every seven years. Nick, of course, best seems to understand and explains why this totally rare opportunity to witness human growth and change over such a long period, even if in such small doses, presents such a fascinating experience for so many. With only one film remaining I've already been getting a feeling of cloying sadness, watching these last couple films, as you see these people, who you now feel closer to, embarking on the later stages of life. I was naturally crushed to see that the first member had passed, but also thankful in a way that this was one of the participants who always appeared to be most satisfied and happy throughout their life. I'm excited and also hesitant to watch the next and final installment as I, in more ways than one, truly never want this to end. See more

david f @dfulmer Jan 4, 2020 An excellent documentary. See more

Jul 1, 2017 Super bra dokumentär! "The original concept was to interview 14 children from diverse backgrounds from all over England, asking them about their lives and their dreams for the future. Every seven years, renowned director Michael Apted, a researcher for Seven Up, has been back to talk to them, examining the progression of their lives." See more

Aug 20, 2015 Holy shit! Grandchildren the age they were when this started. HOW IS EVERYONE'S BRAIN NOT EXPLODING?! That's too much, man. Nick and Suzy conversation was perfect. They finally get it. Everyone is everyone. I'm sad this is the last one I can binge watch, and I hate the fact that I'll be 5 years older by the time another one comes around. See more

May 22, 2015 My first viewing experience of this 7-year Up documentary. I'm impressed by the vision of the project. However, not all the subjects are interesting enough to be followed. See more

harrison r @clinthoward Apr 18, 2015 This series is perfect, though each episode isn't great on its own See more

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