Bill, a 40 year old intellectually disabled man, must learn to survive the harsh realities of New York City or be recommitted to an institution for the rest of his life. He can neither read nor write and his child-like gentleness and innocence make him an easy target for hurt or rejection.
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ACMI Identifier
303662
Language
English
Audience classification
G
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)