Awake without being woke

This film was made in the early 60's and sort of ahead of its time. It depicts an educated black man and a blind abused and neglected white girl that form a bond. If anything it brings attention to the days before DFAC and how economic status put many abused children in the shadows.. There was nobody to care.

The girls family is poor white trash, ignorant and prejudice, but it doesn't depict all white people as such. The black man, played by the wonderful Sidney Poitier, has a brother that is a Doctor and suspicious of white people. Probably rightfully so in this time.

This film poignantly depicts the relationship between 2 people where race and politics are irrelevant. There is a hint of romantic feelings (Selena is 18 ) but it focuses more on Gordons concern for her well being and helping her get a chance at a better life.
The performances are amazing and touching and Shelly Winters creates one of the most loathsome mothers ever.
I think this film depicts something relevant without a negative woke agenda..These were days when prejudices were real and it conveys it with more heart and subtlety than current times.