The 14 (1973) (DVD)

Set in London's East End, The 14 (aka The Wild Little Bunch aka Existence) is based on the true story of fourteen children who struggle against overwhelming pressures to stay together after the death of their single mother. Heading the cast is Oliver! star Jack Wild, who plays Reg - at 17 the eldest of the children, and committed to keeping his young family together after a promise he made to his mum
his mischievous siblings are portrayed by largely untrained juvenile actors. The 14 was the second film directed by Blow Up star David Hemmings, and received a Silver Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival in 1973. Made available here for the first time in any format, this rare and remarkable film drama is presented in a brand-new transfer from the original film elements.