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The Candy Man
An American actress travels to Mexico to make a movie and brings her daughter with her. Upon arriving in Mexico, she is spotted by a drug dealer who also heads a kidnapping ring. He plants one of his drug-addicted "customers" with the actress as her nanny in order to be kidnap the child for ransom, but things don't work out as planned.
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Plot Summary
This short documentary explores the life and work of William Dean Howells, a prominent American realist novelist and critic. The film delves into his literary contributions, his influence on American literature, and his role in shaping literary tastes during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It provides a glimpse into the intellectual landscape of his time and his enduring legacy.
Critical Reception
As a documentary short from 1969 focusing on a literary figure, 'The Candy Man' received limited mainstream critical review. Its reception was primarily within academic and specialized film circles, appreciated for its educational value and historical insight into American literature.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its historical and literary context.
Seen as an informative educational piece.
Lacks wider appeal due to its niche subject matter.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this historical documentary short is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The documentary's title, 'The Candy Man,' is not directly related to the subject matter, William Dean Howells, but might refer metaphorically to the sweetness and richness of his literary contributions or the period he chronicled.
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