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The Phone Call
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The Phone Call

1977-01-01 · 24 min · ★ 7.3

Comedy · Family

Scott starts work at a drive-in burger and ice cream restaurant when his paper route proves inadequate to raise the money he needs for a mail order karate course. He has determined that this course will help him gain the self-confidence he needs to get up the courage to call and ask Pam out to see a movie. Although at first just commenting on his mistakes, Becky, a co-worker, offers to help him make the crucial phone call. In the process Scott offers insights about how Joe is abusive in his relationship with Becky.

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Directors
Douglas G. Johnson
Production companies
Brigham Young University, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Marc McClureMarc McClureScott
Michelle PatrickBecky
David SteragoJoe
R. Irwin GoodmanMr. Beamer
Ann MacMillanCalifornia Girl
Robert ThurstonBoy at Dance
Lisa KingstonCalifornia Girl

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