Profile of a Problem Drinker

This short film is a telling portrait of the discourse about and treatment of alcohol addiction in the middle of the 20th century. In a fictional setting, the film examines the insecurities and inner motivations that cause the protagonist to lean on alcohol. His job and home life are threatened by his addiction, and the doctor to whom he finally turns explains the medical and other resources available to him.

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
29 mins
Status
Finished
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Details

Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
29 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Jan 2, 1957
Season
1957
Ratings
0
Popularity
0
Favorites
0
Reviews
0
Producers
ONF | NFB
Genres
Drama
Country
CA

Tags

alcoholism50%

Description

This short film is a telling portrait of the discourse about and treatment of alcohol addiction in the middle of the 20th century. In a fictional setting, the film examines the insecurities and inner motivations that cause the protagonist to lean on alcohol. His job and home life are threatened by his addiction, and the doctor to whom he finally turns explains the medical and other resources available to him.

Immersion

Japanese

Staff

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