70 Up Review
The landmark documentary series looked like it was done for good – until one participant was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Asif Kapadia takes the helm for its most elegiac, thoughtful outing ever
TL;DR
- The "Up" documentary series, started in 1964, has concluded with a final episode, "70 Up".
- The series followed 14 children from diverse backgrounds, revisiting them every seven years.
- The final installment is directed by Asif Kapadia and has a reflective and elegiac tone.
- Participants share their life experiences, reflections on retirement, family, and regrets.
- The series' legacy and Michael Apted's influence are discussed, with participants offering critiques.
- The film acknowledges the series as a subjective journalistic venture shaped by its director's vision.