Jenny is a Good Thing (1969)

01/01/1969 (US) • Documentary • 18m

Overview

Jenny is a Good Thing is a 1969 American short documentary film about children and poverty, directed by Joan Horvath. Produced by Project Head Start, it shows the importance of good nutrition for underprivileged nursery school children. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short.

Jenny is a Good Thing (1969)

01/01/1969 (US) • 18m

Documentary

Overview

Jenny is a Good Thing is a 1969 American short documentary film about children and poverty, directed by Joan Horvath. Produced by Project Head Start, it shows the importance of good nutrition for underprivileged nursery school children. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

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Revenue

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Keywords

short film

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