Teenage Years: Drawing the Line (2007)
0h 58min
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- Synopsis:
Rebellious, conceited, strong-willed, discourteous, disobedient, immature, disillusioned - this is how teenagers have always been branded. Thorough research and skillful handling of sensitive issues are the hallmarks of this DVD, which addresses issues related to teenagers and their parents in the '50s.
An obvious attempt is made not to sound "preachy" in the first film "You and Your Family" in which Mary's family turns down her request to go out for a dance. The film offers several options to teenagers in similar situations and then leaves the choice to them. "Attitudes and Health" is a profound revelation of how attitudes affect health and performance at work and at play. "You and Your Parents" showcases a typical family drama that hasn't changed one bit over the years. This film portrays the turbulent mind of a teenager who runs away from home because his father does not understand him. The patience and understanding shown by Mr. Martin as he deals with Dick's problem is a lesson for parents. "Girls Beware" is a timely reminder to teenage girls of the dangers in trusting strangers. "Age 13", for me, is the best among a set of great clips on this DVD. This film captures the emotional upheaval of a teenager who suddenly looses the only prop in his life - his mother. The boy's rebellious reactions are typical and the enactment of his story is realistic and moving.
The choice of relevant topics, deep insight, thorough research, use of practical examples, fabulous reenactment of situations, and above all excellent preservation of clips that are half a century old all add up to making this DVD an outstanding one.- Studio:
- A2ZCDS.COM
- Genres:
- Documentary, Special Interest
