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We're gonna have recess

Canada, 1967
film

To smile at the antics of children in a playground is to smile at oneself. This is a candid camera view of the schoolyard during recess, when hearts are broke..

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We're gonna have recess (TEFC)

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My own yard to play in

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School's out

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Mini movie makers

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