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The Agony of Jimmy Quinlan

This documentary follows Jimmy Quinlan, one of some 5000 men and women who have abandoned their jobs and families to live in the streets and alleys in Montreal. This film, a powerful portrayal of life on skid row, tells of Jimmy's "agonies," especially his attempt to get off the bottle. It's something he's tried before and will probably have to try again.

Niveau scolaire 11 - 12

Heath/Personal Development / Substance Use and Abuse/Addiction

Social Studies / Communities in Canada/World

Description pédagogique:

Students can research the term skid row, showing how it applies to some parts of large cities. Discuss Jimmy’s agony as depicted in the film; do students believe that he is capable of overcoming his demons? Discuss what his future might hold if he is successful. Suggest why his fellow alcoholics on the street do not support his choice to quit drinking. This film deals with mature subject matter .


 

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  • Brents@eastlink.ca

    Brents@eastlink.ca

      «The problem of alcohol has been around since time began..It seems may of these guys were from the Maritimes..I wonder what took them to Montreal? Overall a very good documentary.I hope they keep it around..»

    5 Jui 2010

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