Nell and Fred

Nell and Fred

1971 · 28 min · Documentary

Two charming seniors consider the pros and cons of entering a "home". Do old-age institutions fit the needs of those they are designed to help?

Directed by Richard Todd

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The Sunny Munchy Crunchy Natural Food Shop

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