Knock Down the House

Netflix | Release Date: May 1, 2019

0.5	USER SCORE Overwhelming dislike based on 821 Ratings

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fra92May 1, 2019

AOC is what this world needs. She is smart, funny and witty. It's an important documentary that everybody should watch!

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scepticpurpleMay 2, 2019

So instead of simply reviewing AOC, without having even watched Knock Down The House, as it appears most of the reviews here are doing, I think I'll actually focus on the quality of the documentary itself: Knock Down The House doesn't wasteSo instead of simply reviewing AOC, without having even watched Knock Down The House, as it appears most of the reviews here are doing, I think I'll actually focus on the quality of the documentary itself: Knock Down The House doesn't waste any time trying to disguise a certain degree of bias in favour of democratic progressivism - it would have been interesting if the documentary had at least spent some time addressing female representation across the broader political spectrum, but such bias only occasionally reaches levels at which it feels genuinely obstructive to the legitimacy of the documentary itself. For most of the time, Knock Down The House serves as a refreshingly personal and uplifting exploration of it's subjects, and their successes. It's focus on AOC as the show's pinhead is understandable, but the inclusion of the other women is ultimately just as interesting - I hope that they are remembered too. The show provides an exceptional analysis of of each of their backgrounds, campaigns, and successes, in such a way that each of their personalities and principles are communicated to the viewer clearly and most of all: naturally, rather than feeling like political canvasing strategy. It's hopeful and optimistic outlook makes a welcome break from the bleak pessimism that has engulfed much of the analysis of the Trump era, and thus makes for much easier and enjoyable viewing. All in all, Knock Down The House is an inspiring personal, and pertinent film, that above all, instils hope in both it's subjects, and the power of individual determination itself. This is empowering documentary film-making done right.… Expand

11 of 29 users found this helpful1118

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alcivarperezmnMay 1, 2019

This documentary shows that movements don't happen overnight, but they are built upon hours and hours of sacrifice. These 4 women ran not because they wanted power for themselves, but to bring it back to their constituents. EntrenchedThis documentary shows that movements don't happen overnight, but they are built upon hours and hours of sacrifice. These 4 women ran not because they wanted power for themselves, but to bring it back to their constituents. Entrenched politicians, that are out of touch, don't simply have to be in power because "that's the way things are"; they can be challenged. Even a top ranking Democrat, with millions from wealthy donors, and big money interests, are unable to withstand the power of working people banding together. Incredibly moving, and powerful storytelling. If you need something to fight the constant cynicism, watch this film.… Expand

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master_seboJun 6, 2020

KDTH is a good political documentary that gives interesting insights related to AOC and other pretty ambitious American women ready to overthrow the machine. However, while the attention given to AOC (who is undoubtedly the protagonist ofKDTH is a good political documentary that gives interesting insights related to AOC and other pretty ambitious American women ready to overthrow the machine. However, while the attention given to AOC (who is undoubtedly the protagonist of this documentary) is very high, the room reserved for Cori Bush, Amy Vilela and Paula Jean is pretty tight, and at the end of the documentary you are given the feeling that the narration of what happens to these three women is only functional to the explanation of how AOC gained popularity in 2018's mid-term elections. It would have been more interesting if climax, suspence and other cinematographic clichés had been put in the records related to Vilela, Bush and Jean. Still, it's a good movie about a rising star of US politics.… Expand

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MBFMay 2, 2019

A story about the American political process and fighting to represent your community - perhaps that's what democracy is supposed to be about. Mark Twain once said 'It is by the goodness of God that in our country we have those threeA story about the American political process and fighting to represent your community - perhaps that's what democracy is supposed to be about. Mark Twain once said 'It is by the goodness of God that in our country we have those three unspeakably precious things: freedom of speech, freedom of conscience, and the prudence never to practice either of them." If he heard these stories, he might admit he was not always right!… Expand

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stubbornthingsMay 2, 2019

First, anyone that gave this movie a zero clearly has no interest in ever watching it.

It's not the best doc ever but it was well done and fascinating to watch for political junkies like myself. And, it really wasn't political at all.First, anyone that gave this movie a zero clearly has no interest in ever watching it.

It's not the best doc ever but it was well done and fascinating to watch for political junkies like myself. And, it really wasn't political at all. Although, I'm sure many establishment Democrats won't like it.… Expand

8 of 31 users found this helpful823

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GenXYMay 2, 2019

Welcome to the modern day Divided States of Embarrassment. Can't even have a documentary about actual happenings if the politics don't line up, the internet hive minds are at work.

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mparrishxxMay 2, 2019

And excellently executed, emotional documentary. You should watch it no matter what your political persuasion.Especially if you have daughters.

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drlowdonMay 3, 2019

Knock Down the House focuses on the primary campaigns of four progressive Democrats attempting to challenge the establishment and make their mark in the political world. In the current political climate the barrage of negative reviews isKnock Down the House focuses on the primary campaigns of four progressive Democrats attempting to challenge the establishment and make their mark in the political world. In the current political climate the barrage of negative reviews is hardly surprising, and I suspect a good number of the people posting them didn't even bother watching the movie. For those of you that can put petty political allegiances aside however the stories, particularly that of Ocasio-Cortez, are inspiring and its good to see that their are still people in politics that are genuinely interested in helping their constituents rather than lining their own pockets.… Expand

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PyroaMay 6, 2019

Obviously this film is not for you if you lean heavily right-wing/conservative. Otherwise, though, it is certianly worth the watch, as this film is much less about Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's politics than it is about the newly-forming effortObviously this film is not for you if you lean heavily right-wing/conservative. Otherwise, though, it is certianly worth the watch, as this film is much less about Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's politics than it is about the newly-forming effort to give women and the working class a voice in the U.S. government. Don't trust the user reviews; the users who rated this film 0/10 likely have not seen it.… Expand

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SimaoOct 1, 2020

the amount of brainwash yall went through for these +300 anti-left reviews...this is embarassing omfg

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rockytopthadNov 28, 2020

How sad that the User Rating is low bc so many MAGA Sheeple have chosen to spend time 1) registering for acct and 2) lying about seeing a movie. Liars, just like their Dear Leader (>24K documented lies in 4 yrs). Living in reality, pleaseHow sad that the User Rating is low bc so many MAGA Sheeple have chosen to spend time 1) registering for acct and 2) lying about seeing a movie. Liars, just like their Dear Leader (>24K documented lies in 4 yrs). Living in reality, please note that, contrary to all the lying reviewers, the film covers Democrat incumbents getting primaried so there’s very negative content about D incumbents. Amazing that in 2020 a film about US politics can make you so emotional at the end, assuming you watch it in good faith (ie, not a grievance-spewing angry white male).… Expand

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BobyleOct 3, 2020

All these Republicans trying to cancel this documentary cause they dislike AOC is hilarious. This is an uplifting story of a few women taking on the establishment.

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