Episode of Series “Acquaintance Rape”.
This film dramatises the occurrence of sexual assault between teenage acquaintances through an episode involving a teenage girl, who accepts a ride offered by an acquaintance after her car breaks down. This film points out various factors which contribute to the driver’s sexual assault, and emphasises the need for young people to understand their own sexual values and those of others. Written by Nancy Graham and Christina Crowley
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
013671
Language
English
Subject categories
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → Rape
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → Sex crimes
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Sex crimes
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Sexual ethics
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Youth - Sexual behavior
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Rape - Prevention
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)