Little Fugitive
Director: Ray Ashley, Morris Engel, Ruth Orkin
Actors: Richard Brewster, Winifred Cushing, Jay Williams
PlotA young boy, Joey, is led to believe by his brother Lennie and his friends that he accidentally killed Lennie during a fake shooting game. Terrified of the consequences and overwhelmed with guilt, Joey runs away from home and escapes to Coney Island. There, he experiences the amusement park in all its bustling glory, navigating the rides, playing games, and reveling in the temporary freedom and thrills it provides. Despite his initial fear, Joey gradually adapts to the vibrant, chaotic environment, finding small joys in his solitary adventure.
As Joey explores the wonderland of Coney Island, Lennie, who had only staged the incident as a cruel prank, starts a frantic search for his missing brother. The realization of his immature and heartless trick bears down on Lennie as he combs through the island. Faced with various challenges, Lennie grows increasingly desperate, understanding the gravity of his actions. The film develops into a poignant narrative of sibling dynamics, the innocence of childhood, and the unforeseen consequences of deception, unfolding amid the lively yet isolated world of Coney Island.
Writers: Ray Ashley, Morris Engel, Ruth Orkin
Release Date: 16 Dec 1953
Runtime: 75 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Kino-Lorber's Blu-ray of 'Little Fugitive' is a must-have for cinephiles, offering a nostalgic, heartwarming glimpse of 1950s childhood with great supplemental material.
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