This DVD collection of historic handicapped and disability themed films has four great historic movies from 1940-1958. With two disabled worker wartime movies, one rare United Fund charity video and one vintage newsreel, this compilation is a great educational tool and contains some of the most poignant forgotten scenes from the history of disability in America.
Included Films:
The Time Is Now
The Time Is Now
Produced: 2002
Length: 18 Minutes
Just because a person has a disability, it does not mean they are less likely to be victimized. “The Time is Now,” offers true stories from the physically challenged about their victimization and the cops who treated their cases as sub-par compared to other crimes. It offers techniques for helping disabled persons, from a counseling perspective and a law enforcement perspective, espousing the lesson of compassion and understanding towards rehabilitation and crime solving.
All out for Victory
All out for Victory
Produced: 1943
Length: 21 Minutes
All Out for Victory encourages everyone to support the war by working and buying war bonds. Within this invigorating film, housewives become active in the war and help with the manufacturing of simple parts needed for necessary artillery. Men who were used to putting together tires for cars now produce tires for tanks and heavy machinery used in WWII. Special focus is paid to the work of disabled and handicapped workers in U.S. domestic factories. This was a time for action, and everything counts!
The Inner City
The Inner City
Produced: 1958
Length: 10 Minutes
Those who suffer from physical or mental handicaps need care and comfort. The Inner City explores options handicapped children and adults have in society. The film shows children who suffer from mental disabilities join hands with those who care for them as they walk down the street. A man with a mechanical hand practices every-day tasks so that he can have hope for the future. Because life does not normally cater to the disabled, the film reminds people that institutions have to be available for those who cannot fend for themselves. The Inner City touches on ethical ways of treating the afflicted in a safe and nurturing environment.
Winning Against Odds
Winning Against Odds
Produced: 1940s
Length: 11 Minutes
Winning Against Odds is an inspirational film about handicapped men getting back in the work force. Wounded soldiers, recovering tuberculosis and heart disease patients are all seen getting a second chance at life. Men with all kinds of severe ailments are shown working to prove themselves worthy. This rehabilitation program has saved their lives. Winning Against Odds provides hope and optimism that handicapped adults needed during this time of hardship.
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Produced: 1950s
Length: 1 Minutes
Be amazed by these guide dogs leading the blind! As they lead their owners across a busy street, these smart and loyal dogs earn trust and honorable recognition by all those who are afflicted with no sight.
