Cradle Will Rock

Cradle Will Rock, as a drama, primarily evokes a sense of Sadness and Melancholy reflecting the struggles of the Great Depression era and the suppression of artistic freedom. Empathy is strong for Orson Welles and his troupe as they fight against powerful societal forces, while Inspiration arises from their defiance and commitment to social justice. The film also generates Anger and Anxiety due to the establishment's attempts to censor and control, and the disturbing political undertones of the era.