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NR01/04/197322mUnited States of America

Alcohol and Red Flares

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This driver’s education film from the early 1970s, "Alcohol and Red Flares", warns viewers of the dangers of drunk driving. It recounts the story of a man named “Mike” who drinks heavily at a party, and insists on driving home. The consequences are steep and along the way, viewers learn about Blood Alcohol Level (also known as BAC or Blood Alcohol Content), techniques police use to verify a driver’s inebriation such as the breathalyzer, and the reasons why driving drunk is so dangerous. This film was produced by legendary social guidance filmmaker Sid Davis in cooperation with the Monterey Park Police Department.

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“ALCOHOL AND RED FLARES” 1970s DRIVER’S EDUCATION FILM DRINKING AND DRIVING XD47864

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

01/04/1973

Wide Cinema Exhibition

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Original Title
Alcohol and Red Flares
Country of Origin
United States of America
Release Date
01/04/1973
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
22m
Production Studios
Sid Davis Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Producers

Sid Davis

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Sid Davis

Producer

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Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

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United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

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What is Alcohol and Red Flares about?

This driver’s education film from the early 1970s, "Alcohol and Red Flares", warns viewers of the dangers of drunk driving. It recounts the story of a man named “Mike” who drinks heavily at a party, and insists on driving home. The consequences are steep and along the way, viewers learn about Blood Alcohol Level (also known as BAC or Blood Alcohol Content), techniques police use to verify a driver’s inebriation such as the breathalyzer, and the reasons why driving drunk is so dangerous. This film was produced by legendary social guidance filmmaker Sid Davis in cooperation with the Monterey Park Police Department.

Who directed Alcohol and Red Flares?

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Who stars in Alcohol and Red Flares?

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When was Alcohol and Red Flares released and how long is it?

Alcohol and Red Flares was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 22m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Alcohol and Red Flares?

Alcohol and Red Flares holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).