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Odyssey of a Dropout
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Odyssey of a Dropout

Jan 1, 1966
0h 20m
★ 0.0

Overview

Scott, a high school dropout, has no diploma, no job, no future and finally no girl. He is faced with the decision of continuing his education or continuing a life without hope or meaning.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Coronet Films

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