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The Quiet One

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Donald (Donald Thompson) is a deeply troubled young boy. Though he spent his early years on the streets of New York, Donald now resides at the Wiltwyck School for Boys in a small town. In this movie, which blends documentary and narrative filmmaking, the school's psychiatric counselor (Clarence Cooper) and Donald himself recount the boy's story, focusing on the tragic events that led to his long-term refusal to speak, his being sent to away to school and his ongoing rehabilitation process.

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Elsa Branden Photoplay Food for thought. Aug 20, 2021 Full Review Abe Hill New York Age One nine-year-old youngster by the name of Donald Thompson has achieved an acting feat that is somewhat amazing in sort of a minor key. Jul 7, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Donald (Donald Thompson) is a deeply troubled young boy. Though he spent his early years on the streets of New York, Donald now resides at the Wiltwyck School for Boys in a small town. In this movie, which blends documentary and narrative filmmaking, the school's psychiatric counselor (Clarence Cooper) and Donald himself recount the boy's story, focusing on the tragic events that led to his long-term refusal to speak, his being sent to away to school and his ongoing rehabilitation process.
Director
Sidney Meyers
Producer
Janice Loeb
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (DVD)
Oct 30, 2007
Runtime
1h 5m