Angry Boy, U.S. National Association For Mental Health (1951 Original Black & White Film)

Experience the emotional journey of 10-year-old Tommy Randall in this compelling black-and-white film from 1951. Caught stealing from his teacher's purse, Tommy's act is a manifestation of his desire to retaliate against an adult world that feels misunderstood. With the guidance of Dr. Marshall, a psychiatrist at the Huron Valley Guidance Clinic in Michigan, Tommy's underlying hostility is explored, revealing the impact of his tumultuous home life. As Tommy's mother, Agnes Randall, confronts her own issues with hostility, a psychiatric social worker aids her in understanding her relationship with her son. Witness how counseling can help children like Tommy navigate their anger and find understanding in this poignant dramatized story.

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Jacoby, I., Hammid, A., Wessinger, J., Hall, R., Kempf, L., Glushanok, P. [...] International Film Bureau, F. D. (1951) Angry Boy. Affiliated Film Producersuction Company, prod United States: International Film Bureau, Inc. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2023600241