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The Cross and the Switchblade

The Cross and the Switchblade (1970)

One man's desperation. Another man's hopeful journey.

Radar 34Slightly unusualUS:PG1h 46mDrama

The Radar read

A quieter title still finding its audience, though the rating rests on a thin sample, so treat it as provisional.

Synopsis

David Wilkerson's first five years in New York City, where he ministered to disillusioned youth, encouraging them to turn away from the drugs and gang violence they were involved with.

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✓ Kid-friendlyFine for kids with parental guidance · US PG
Based on a true story

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Radar score34/100
Quality signal64/100
Audience rating5.8
Votes counted21
Trust signalSlightly unusual

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