A is for AIDS

United States, 1992

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Made for children at primary-school level, this program features Dr. Andy Answer, an animated dog, who explains to three young children some of the facts about AIDS. Using computer animation, interviews with young children who are HIV Positive, and clear and simple illustrations the video explains how the HIV virus is transmitted and how the immune system works. The video dispels many of the myths about the disease and features excerpts from the Magic Johnson press conference where the basketballer revealed his positive status and argued against discrimination and prejudice.

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Credits

director

Aron Ranen

producer

Charlotte K. Beyers

production company

Peregrine Productions

Duration

00:15:00:00

Production places
United States
Production dates
1992

Collection metadata

ACMI Identifier

304156

Language

English

Sound/audio

Sound

Colour

Colour

Holdings

VHS; Access Print (Section 1)

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