Movie

Welfare

★ 7.3(36)19752h 47m

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Good to know

Director: Frederick Wiseman
Release date: 1975-09-23
Runtime: 2h 47m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Zipporah Films

About Welfare

Welfare is a 1975 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Frederick Wiseman. It has a runtime of 2 hours 47 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 36 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Welfare in Denmark — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

WELFARE shows the nature and complexity of the welfare system in sequences illustrating the staggering diversity of problems that constitute welfare: housing, unemployment, divorce, medical and psychiatric problems, abandoned and abused children, and the elderly. These issues are presented in a context where welfare workers as well as clients struggle to cope with and interpret the laws and regulations that govern their work and life.

Themes & keywords

bureaucracyworkplaceclass differences

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Welfare in Denmark?+

Welfare is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Denmark. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Welfare on Netflix?+

Welfare is not on Netflix in Denmark right now.

How long is Welfare?+

Welfare has a runtime of 2 hours 47 minutes (167 minutes).

When did Welfare come out?+

Welfare is a 1975 movie directed by Frederick Wiseman.

What genre is Welfare?+

Welfare is Documentary film.

Who directed Welfare?+

Welfare was directed by Frederick Wiseman.