Chris and Bernie
New Day Films
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26m
Directed by Bonnie Friedman, Deborah Shaffer • Documentary • With Chris Fallow, Bernie Billingsley • 1974 • 24 minutes
Chris and Bernie explores what happens when the "all American girl" grows up and takes responsiblity for herself and her child.The two single mothers share family life rotating housework, baby-sitting, and jobs to give each other the opportunity to pursue their careers.The film sensitively examines their frustrations, solutions, and their hopes for the future.
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