The High Wall

Film

The High Wall

United States
Director
Michael Road
Year
1952

Film produced for a coalition of public service groups to combat racial and ethnic hatred. The narrative follows an emotionally insecure Chicago teenager whose bigoted thinking leads him to violence. Explores how prejudices are passed like "a contagious disease" from parent to child, teacher to pupils, and youth to youth, and suggests strategies for breaking the cycle.

Top cast

Directed by

Michael Road

Written by

William Roberts

Produced by

Ted Robinson