Don't Talk to Strangers (1950)

★★★★★ · Well done. · RedAliCat · 2003-04-21

For an ephemeral film, it's very well made (good camera shots, better acting, music score, etc.). Rather scary if meant for young kids, but perhaps that was the point. Does well at outlining a kidnapping from beginning to end. Falls flat when talking about the strong family unit preventing such catastrophes, stating indirectly that the first child propositioned took down the license plate and ran away because her parents stuck to rules such as a set bedtime (?). Otherwise, very good.

★★★★★ · Broadcast Use Inquiry · Clearance Lady · 2019-04-26

Hello I am curious if this video is in the Public Domain realm and if you know if it is ok for broadcast use?

★★★★★ · RE: Clearance Lady · cy.beria · 2019-04-27

All the films in the Prelinger Archives collection are public domain.

★★★ · Also, don't talk to your mother · dynayellow · 2003-09-17

Yikes... after spending the money for a full orchestral arrangement, they didn't have any left to hire actors. Kinda weird to think back in the 50s, some parents wouldn't be worried that someone tried to pick their kid up. It all ends with the advice that a strong, moral family will prevent this sort of thing.

★★★ · License plate number · Love thy neighbour · 2006-03-30

I love the way the little girl refuses, then walks to the back of the car casually and takes the number down. i love the actions in this movie. Such as the mother pushing the child away (*child abuse*)and then shaking her head in a strange manner to imply that she doesn't believe her daughter. It's a bit much to be honest but weren't all movies like that in those days?