Drinking Driver: What Could You Do? (1977)

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This film explores the dangerous intersection of social pressure, alcohol consumption, and irresponsible decision-making, using a series of reenactments to illustrate how easily preventable accidents can turn tragic. By highlighting common myths—such as the belief that exercise or coffee can sober a person up—and examining the psychological reluctance individuals feel toward intervening in a friend’s risky behavior, the narrative emphasizes the “paradox of safety”: the idea that preventing a catastrophe often goes unnoticed because the event never occurs. Through various scenarios, the film challenges the audience to consider the personal responsibility required to speak up and intervene before a situation escalates into a fatal accident.

Keywords: drunk driving, traffic safety, alcohol education, accident prevention, social pressure, public service announcement, personal responsibility, sober driving, road safety, risk assessment