Sweet Substitute
“This Film Will Shock You, YES! There Has Never Been a Motion Picture That So Boldly Explores the Compulsions of Sexual Frustrations...Told With Honesty and Sensual Realism”
Synopsis
Busy navigating his final year of high school, brainy aspiring teacher Tom is determined to land an elusive scholarship, but his hard work is constantly interrupted by his real obsession: pursuing the opposite sex. Before long, he develops a romance with former classmate Elaine, who persistently declines his sexual advances. This inspires Tom to consider other options, including his good-natured study buddy Kathy. But when they take their friendship to the next level, shocking complications threaten to derail Tom’s future, inspiring his friends to take drastic action.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2024-08-01
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 15, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Larry Kent
- Screenplay & Story
- Larry Kent
- Original Score
- Jack Dale
- Original Title
- Sweet Substitute
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Larry Kent
Larry Kent
Jack Dale
Shelah Reljic
Larry Kent
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Larry Kent
Director
Larry Kent
Writer
Larry Kent
Producer
Shelah Reljic
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BD Release: 1961-1965
Movies released in 4K Blu-ray format - 1961-1965
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What is Sweet Substitute about?
Busy navigating his final year of high school, brainy aspiring teacher Tom is determined to land an elusive scholarship, but his hard work is constantly interrupted by his real obsession: pursuing the opposite sex. Before long, he develops a romance with former classmate Elaine, who persistently declines his sexual advances. This inspires Tom to consider other options, including his good-natured study buddy Kathy. But when they take their friendship to the next level, shocking complications threaten to derail Tom’s future, inspiring his friends to take drastic action.
Who directed Sweet Substitute?
Sweet Substitute was directed by Larry Kent.
Who stars in Sweet Substitute?
The principal cast of Sweet Substitute includes Bob Howay, Angela Gann, Lanny Beckman, Carol Pastinsky, Robert A. Silverman.
When was Sweet Substitute released and how long is it?
Sweet Substitute was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Sweet Substitute?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sweet Substitute was composed by Jack Dale.