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Hand in Hand

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Michael O'Malley (Philip Needs) is an Irish Catholic boy who forms a close friendship with Rachel Mathias (Loretta Parry), a younger Jewish girl. At first, the two are ignorant of their religious differences until schoolmates raise the issue to Michael. The two friends decide to attend each other's religious services, and each enjoys learning about the other's faith. When they have an adventure on a raft, an accident causes Michael to realize how much he cherishes Rachel's friendship.

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Clyde Gilmour Maclean's Magazine 12/16/2019
Toronto's ebullient Helen Winston produced this pleasant little opus in Britain, with a story about two children whose friendship flourishes despite religious differences Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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08/28/2012 Warm little film explores the differences of religions through a child's viewpoint. See more 05/16/2010 A FANTASTIC move from my childhood! Everything about this movie is great. Even in today's society, this movie is a must see for all, especially children. A great story of friendship and the struggles of two different religions and views the two kids have. See more 10/21/2007 I thought this was just a sweet movie after first viewing it. But, after receiving a brief history lessons about the role Christianity played in the Crusades, I can only imagine how controversial this movie might have beein in 1960. This movie contains a message we still need today: forgiveness and reconciliation. It's a great movie. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Philip Leacock

Director

Loretta Parry

Rachel Mathias

Philip Needs

Michael O'Malley

John Gregson

Father Timothy

Sidney Harmon

Writer

Diana Morgan

Screenwriter
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Movie Info

Synopsis Michael O'Malley (Philip Needs) is an Irish Catholic boy who forms a close friendship with Rachel Mathias (Loretta Parry), a younger Jewish girl. At first, the two are ignorant of their religious differences until schoolmates raise the issue to Michael. The two friends decide to attend each other's religious services, and each enjoys learning about the other's faith. When they have an adventure on a raft, an accident causes Michael to realize how much he cherishes Rachel's friendship.
Director
Philip Leacock
Screenwriter
Sidney Harmon, Diana Morgan
Production Co
Associated British Picture Corporation (ABPC)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (DVD)
Aug 17, 2010
Runtime
1h 20m