WATCH
United States / 1952
Borrowed Power
Borrowed Power, an archival ephemeral film in the Prelinger Archives collection.
Jerry, a high school student, misuses the 'BORROWED POWER' of a car and is arrested on suspicion of hit and run manslaughter. With the help of the judge, Jerry comes to realize the responsibility inherent in driving a car.
A CLOSER LOOK
The Prelinger collection preserves ephemeral films that document everyday life, instruction, commerce, and popular culture. This entry is cataloged as Borrowed Power.
Jerry, a high school student, misuses the 'BORROWED POWER' of a car and is arrested on suspicion of hit and run manslaughter. With the help of the judge, Jerry comes to realize the responsibility inherent in driving a car.
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