A film about great determination and self-sacrifice. The true story of Helen Keller, a girl with disabilities who lost her sight and hearing after overcoming meningitis as a child.

The story of little Helen, who is both blind and deaf. Her parents are unable to manage her upbringing and education.

When they entrust Helen’s care to teacher Anna Sullivan—whose approach to education is based primarily on obedience and discipline combined with kindness—her methods initially seem inappropriate to them. After only a short time, however, they begin to see the results of her positive influence.

The turning point comes during an incident at the water pump, when little Helen begins to grasp the connection between the sign language Anna is teaching her and the objects in the world around her. She then becomes eager to learn new concepts that will enable her to communicate with other people.

A beautiful and powerful life story, enhanced by outstanding performances.

USA, 1962, 106 min

Crew: Arthur Penn;

Cast: Anne Bancroft, Victor Jory, Inga Swenson, Andrew Prine, Kathleen Comegys, Patty Duke, Beah Richards;

Parents Guide:

Physical altercations between teacher Anna and young Helen.

The phrase “for God’s sake” is uttered a few times.

Some of teacher Anna’s somewhat harsher disciplinary methods.

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