The Take
"Occupy. Resist. Produce."
Originally released in 2004. The Take is a documentary film. directed by Avi Lewis. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Matilde Adorno
Synopsis
In suburban Buenos Aires, thirty unemployed ceramics workers walk into their idle factory, roll out sleeping mats and refuse to leave. All they want is to re-start the silent machines. But this simple act - the take - has the power to turn the globalization debate on its head. Armed only with slingshots and an abiding faith in shop-floor democracy, the workers face off against the bosses, bankers and a whole system that sees their beloved factories as nothing more than scrap metal for sale.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 3, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (20 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Argentina
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Take about?
In suburban Buenos Aires, thirty unemployed ceramics workers walk into their idle factory, roll out sleeping mats and refuse to leave. All they want is to re-start the silent machines. But this sim...
Who directed The Take?
The Take was directed by Avi Lewis.
How long is The Take?
The Take has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Take released?
The Take was released on September 3, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Take?
The main cast of The Take includes Matilde Adorno.