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Boys Town

5.00

Fair

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description Boys Town Overview

Boys Town is a 1938 film depicting the establishment of “Boys Town,” a Nebraska-based home and educational complex created by Father Edward J. Flanagan. The movie features Spencer Tracy in the lead role alongside Mickey Rooney and other actors involved in Flanagan’s work with disadvantaged youth. It portrays the early development of this residential institution.

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Country	United States
Year	1938

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What is Boys Town?

Boys Town is a 1938 film depicting the establishment of “Boys Town,” a Nebraska-based home and educational complex created by Father Edward J. Flanagan. The movie features Spencer Tracy in the lead role alongside Mickey Rooney and other actors involved in Flanagan’s work with disadvantaged youth. It portrays the early development of this residential institution.

How good is Boys Town?

Boys Town scores 5.00/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Drama Movie category.

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