Profile of a Problem Drinker
6.0
This short film is a telling portrait of the discourse about and treatment of alcohol addiction in the middle of the 20th century. In a fictional setting, the film examines the insecurities and inner motivations that cause the protagonist to lean on alcohol. His job and home life are threatened by his addiction, and the doctor to whom he finally turns explains the medical and other resources available to him.
Where to watch
Not streaming anywhere
Not on any streaming service in United States, and not available to rent.
Your rating
Your review
Cast
4 people
Stanley Jackson Director · William Greaves Editor
First release January 2, 1957 · Produced in Canada
Production
ONF | NFB
Production
Canada
Produced in
Languages
Original language
English
Spoken on screen
English
Release dates
Canada · January 2, 1957
Theatrical
No release date listed for United States.
More from Stanley Jackson
Other films they directed, best known first.
If you liked Profile of a Problem Drinker
Picks that share its genres, themes, cast and crew.
Some details come from TheTVDB.