Joe Hill
In the early 20th-century, the legendary Joe Hill emigrates with his brother to the United States. However, after a short time, he loses touch with his brother. After a few jobs but struck by all the injustice and tragedy, he becomes active in the forbidden IWW (Industrial Workers of the World), a union for workers without trades. It is forbidden to demonstrate and speak in public but Joe finds a loophole by singing his manifests with the Salvation Army. As his allies grow, so do his enemies.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1971 |
| Country | Sweden, United States of America |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Bo Widerberg |
| Runtime | 118 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.6/10 (26 votes) |
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The film constructs a portrait of Joe Hill not merely as a historical figure but as a symbol of resistance, relying on the contrast between the lyricism of his songs and the harshness of his reality. It explores how art becomes a weapon in class struggle and how a personal fate transforms into legend.
What lingers after the viewing is not the plot details, but the enduring image of a man who became a song. The narrative builds a powerful, austere drama where biographical facts fuel a meditation on the price of ideals. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Bo Widerberg
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Watch thoughtfully in the evening to absorb the era's spirit and the power of its ideas.
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