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The Navigators (2001)

  • 96 min
  • Drama
  • imdb logo 7.0/10 (3104 votes)

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Plot

In the pastoral heart of South Yorkshire, a close-knit band of railway maintainers find their lives derailed by the cold hand of privatization. The moment the proud British Rail insignia is swapped for the sterile East Midland Infrastructure banner, the winds of change start howling, whispering of the inevitable victors and victims in the ruthless game of efficiency and downsizing. The depot, once a hub of jovial camaraderie, becomes a cauldron of confusion and upheaval as their manager unveils the stark realities of the new regime. In this brave new world, the customer is king, and this mantra is hammered into the workers during intense retraining sessions. Yet, the new order isn't without its flaws and myopia. Men, who once worked in unison, now find themselves pawns in competing corporate chess games. Some are forced to bid for their own positions, while others opt for the bitter pill of redundancy, offered in attractive packages. In the relentless pursuit of cost-cutting, corners are mercilessly shaved, setting the stage for a series of unfortunate escapades. 'The Navigators' paints a poignant story of tradition clashing with transformation, camaraderie grappling with competition, and the human spirit navigating the rough seas of change.

Where to watch The Navigators?

The Navigators is a drama movie featuring Dean Andrews and directed by Ken Loach.

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