What Do You Think About... Being Different(1957)
This short film from the late 1950s looks at peer pressure among adolescents, using the example of a 13-year-old boy who collects butterflies. While the boy adores his passion, his friends laugh at him, making him question whether he should pursue his interest or conform to fit in with the crowd.
Movie: What Do You Think About... Being Different
HomePage
Overview
This short film from the late 1950s looks at peer pressure among adolescents, using the example of a 13-year-old boy who collects butterflies. While the boy adores his passion, his friends laugh at him, making him question whether he should pursue his interest or conform to fit in with the crowd.
Release Date
1957-01-01
Average
0
Rating:
0.0 startsTagline
Genres
Languages:
Keywords
Similar Movies
Longing(en)
A semi-autobiographical short about a young man musing about the nostalgic joy of being a careless child.
The Little Princess(en)
A little girl goes in search of her father who is reported missing by the military during the Second Boer War.
Wooden Go-Kart(pt)
The story of two homeless brothers and their ambitious dreams of becoming race car drivers. Amidst a harsh reality where they are invisible to society, they embark on a journey of personal development that tests the strength of their love for their dreams, challenging what the world expects of them and showcasing the love of hope and unity.
Tomorrow(ca)
In 1994, two brothers are enjoying the summer that will change everything: the youngest, Lucas, is starting school and will have to accept that his older brother, Bruno, who has Down syndrome, will not take part on this new adventure.
Relationships(fr)
This is the story of a grownup who is looking for answers in the words and imaginations of children.
The Fallen Idol(en)
Phillipe, the son of an ambassador in London, hero-worships his father's butler Baines. His perception of the man changes when he accidentally discovers the secret that Baines keeps and witnesses the consequences that adults' lies can cause.
Mischa(pt)
In the late 1960s, with the arrival of his bar-mitzvah, Michel was tasked with learning about his family's history.
The Color of Milk(no)
Selma's mother died giving birth to her, and Selma's step aunt is living proof that men only cause trouble. So the 11 year old girl makes a deal with her best friends that they will stay away from boys and dedicate their lives to science. And by the way, Selma was probably born on another planet and not meant to fall in love with anyone. But what happens when her friends break the pact, and she actually meets a boy who's not like the rest?
Sleepers(en)
Two gangsters seek revenge on the state jail worker who during their stay at a youth prison sexually abused them. A sensational court hearing takes place to charge him for the crimes.
American Graffiti(en)
A couple of high school graduates spend one final night cruising the strip with their buddies before they go off to college.
Phase III(en)
In a dystopian nation where people's lives are determined based on 3 phases, a 13-year-old living in the monotonous, coercive, repressive, and repetitive life cycle of phase II attempts to progress to phase III hoping for a better life.
Johnny Mad Dog(en)
A cast of unknown performers are used in this drama about child soldiers fighting a war in an unnamed African country.
Germany, Year Zero(it)
In the ruins of post-WWII Berlin, a twelve-year-old boy is left to his own devices in order to help provide for his family.
The Kite Runner(en)
After spending years in California, Amir returns to his homeland in Afghanistan to help his old friend Hassan, whose son is in trouble.
City of Hope(en)
This gritty inner-city film follows various people living in a troubled New Jersey setting, most notably Nick Rinaldi, a disillusioned contractor who has been helped along his whole life by his wealthy father. Other characters in this ensemble drama about urban conflict and corruption include Asteroid , an unstable homeless person, and Wynn, an idealistic young politician.
We Shall Overcome(da)
A drama about a boy who's inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and challenges repressive school authority in 1969 Denmark.
W-A-L-K(en)
During a lazy Montreal summer day, preteen Clara decides to master the art of walking in high-heel shoes. It would probably be an easier undertaking if she didn't have to take the dog, Eddie, along for the ride.