Angel and Big Joe

Angel and Big Joe is a 1975 American short drama film directed by Bert Salzman and starring Paul Sorvino and Dadi Pinero. It won an Oscar at the 48th Academy Awards in 1976 for Best Short Subject.

Premise

Angel portrays a young Chicano migrant worker, while Big Joe is a telephone lineman. Angel feels that he can trust no one, but Big Joe sets out to prove him wrong.

Cast

Paul Sorvino as Big Joe
Dadi Pinero as Angel
Gloria Irizarry as Mother
Nicky Irizarry as Nicky

Reception

Angel and Big Joe was named to the list of ALA Notable Children's Videos in 1975.