The hardships, disappointments and joys of a thalidomide child living in a society of physically normal people. Brett Nielsen, a Sydney boy, born without arms, was taken to London for treatment. Tells of the personal sacrifices made by his parents, the obstacles they have faced and their efforts to accustom Brett to his situation wihtout indulging in self pity. Shows the fitting of artificial limbs and the activities in which these enable Brett to participate with normal children. Briefly looks at his future.
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In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
007897
Language
English
Subject categories
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Handicapped - Family relationships
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Physically handicapped children
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)