Angel Rodriguez (hbo) [DVD]

From HBO Films. Rachel Griffiths and new comer Jonan Everett star in the story of a counselor and the troubled inner-city teenager she is trying to help both of who are at turning points in their lives. Angel acts out by stealing lying fighting with his father and undermining every opportunity he is given and seems headed for the streets. Taking place on a single pivotal day the film challenges commonly accepted beliefs about altruism.