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Miracle of the Heart: A Boy's Town Story is a modern updating of the classic story of troubled youth rescued by the likes of the stern but kindly priest in a tale of the founding of the Omaha rehabilitation home for teens. Still going strong in its mission, Boys Town is inhabited by the likes of Father Michael T. O'Halloran (Art Carney), who helps kids like Andy Grainger (Casey Siemaszko) recognize their self-worth and work toward a different path than that of a petty criminal and juvenile delinquent. Carney is warm and wise in this heart-warming story that proves that investing in youth, building self-confidence, and instilling values in the young can make a difference in the lives of troubled teens. Newly remastered.