The Quiet One (1948)

Donald (Donald Thompson) is a deeply troubled young boy. Though he spent his early years on the streets of New York, Donald now resides at the Wiltwyck School for Boys in a small town. In this movie, which blends documentary and narrative filmmaking, the school s psychiatric counselor (Clarence Cooper) and Donald himself recount the boy s story, focusing on the tragic events that led to his longterm refusal to speak, his being sent to away to school and his ongoing rehabilitation process. Among the 10 Best Films, 194849 New York Times Best Documentary Feature nominee, 1948 Academy Awards Best Story and Screenplay nominee, 1949 Academy Awards Best Picture nominee, 1949 National Board of Review , ,,, , Reelblack s mission is to educate, elevate, entertain, enlighten, and empower through Black film. If there is content shared on this platform that you feel infringes on your intellectual property, please email me at and with details and