A rebellious youth, sentenced to a boy’s reformatory for robbing a bakery, rises through the ranks of the institution by impressing its Governor through his prowess as a long distance runner. He is encouraged to compete in an upcoming race, but faces ridicule from his peers.

Editor's Verdict

❌NO

"The movie is a serious drama focused on institutional life, rebellion, and athletic competition. There are no indications in the provided summary or general knowledge of the film that Christmas plays any role in the setting, plot, themes, or iconography."

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Cast & Crew

Michael Redgrave

Ruxton Towers Reformatory Governor

Tom Courtenay

Colin Smith

Avis Bunnage

Mrs. Smith

Alec McCowen

Brown, House Master

James Bolam

Mike

Joe Robinson

Roach

DW

Dervis Ward

Detective

TJ

Topsy Jane

Audrey

Julia Foster

Gladys

James Fox

Willy Gunthorpe - Ranley School Runner (uncredited)

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