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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 Toronto's ebullient Helen Winston produced this pleasant little opus in Britain, with a story about two children whose friendship flourishes despite religious differences Dec 16, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Warm little film explores the differences of religions through a child's viewpoint. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Audience Member 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. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/15/23 Full Review Audience Member 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. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/01/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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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
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