Films with: McGuire, Dorothy

Betty Smith's A tree grows in Brooklyn

In pre-WWI Brooklyn, young Francie struggles to keep her idealism alive in the face of grinding poverty, her father's alcoholism, and the comedies and tragedies of ordinary life.

DVD 9948

Gentleman's agreement

A journalist assigned to write a series of articles on anti-semitism decides to pose as a Jew and finds out first-hand what it is like to be the victim of intolerance.

DVD 222

Laura Z. Hobson's Gentleman's agreement

A reporter pretends to be Jewish in order to cover a story on anti-Semitism, and personally discovers the true depths of bigotry and hatred.

DVD 9993

Old Yeller

Set amidst the landscape of 1860s Texas, a young boy named Travis wants nothing to do with a lop-eared stray. But Old Yeller quickly proves himself a loyal friend, protecting the family farm and saving Travis' life. They become inseparable pals, sharing joyous experiences, and Travis learns valuable lessons about growing up.

DVD 2575

Spiral staircase

A young woman who cannot speak is stalked by a repeat killer at her uncle's mansion.

DVD 4285

Swiss family Robinson

The shipwrecked Robinson family finds new life on a deserted island far from civilization.

DVD 2576