The High Wall (1952)
Film produced for a coalition of public service groups to combat racial and ethnic hatred. The narrative follows an emotionally insecure Chicago teenager whose bigoted thinking leads him to violence. Explores how prejudices are passed like "a contagious disease" from parent to child, teacher to pupils, and youth to youth, and suggests strategies for breaking the cycle.
Director: Michael Road
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 31 min
Release Date: January 1, 1952
Cast
- Irving Pichel - Doctor Nordhoff
Screenplay
- William Roberts
- Ralph Greenson (Story Consultant)
Cinematography: Frederick Gately
Editing: Sam Starr
Production: New World Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
racism, racial prejudice, public service
More Films by Director: Michael Road
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The High Wall about?
- Film produced for a coalition of public service groups to combat racial and ethnic hatred. The narrative follows an emotionally insecure Chicago teenager whose bigoted thinking leads him to violence. Explores how prejudices are passed like "a contagious disease" from parent to child, teacher to pupils, and youth to youth, and suggests strategies for breaking the cycle.
- Who directed The High Wall?
- The High Wall was directed by Michael Road.
- Who stars in The High Wall?
- The High Wall stars Irving Pichel.
- How long is The High Wall?
- The High Wall has a runtime of 31m (31 minutes).
- What genre is The High Wall?
- The High Wall is a Documentary film.
- Where was The High Wall produced?
- The High Wall was produced in United States of America.