What Made Sammy Speed?
What Made Sammy Speed?

What Made Sammy Speed?

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1957
0h 11m
8.0(1 votes)
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Sammy, an average teenager, apparently has one flaw: an "attitude" about driving. He mocks those who drive safely, and speeds all over town, encouraged by his girlfriend, who finds his recklessness "manly" and "courageous."

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