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United States / 20th century

Few Too Many

Few Too Many

Few Too Many, an archival ephemeral film in the Prelinger Archives collection.

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Dramatic first-person description of the results of mixing with drinking and driving. "The Highball Highway" including descriptions of driving with .05% to .10% alcohol in your blood. "Few Too Many" is a cautionary tale about the consequences of drunk driving. The protagonist reflects on his past reckless behavior, particularly his drinking habits while driving, which leads to a tragic accident that severely injures his friend Jim. Throughout the narrative, he grapples with guilt and the realization that even a few drinks can impair judgment and driving skills.

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The Prelinger collection preserves ephemeral films that document everyday life, instruction, commerce, and popular culture. This entry is cataloged as Few Too Many.

Dramatic first-person description of the results of mixing with drinking and driving. "The Highball Highway" including descriptions of driving with .05% to .10% alcohol in your blood. "Few Too Many" is a cautionary tale about the consequences of drunk driving. The protagonist reflects on his past reckless behavior, particularly his drinking habits while driving, which leads to a tragic accident that severely injures his friend Jim. Throughout the narrative, he grapples with guilt and the realization that even a few drinks can impair judgment and driving skills.

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