the Speaker of the House of Representatives in 1994, referred to the film to argue that philanthropists would be able to help those people and organizations affected by government cuts. References External links www.boystownmovie.org — official site 1938 films 1930s biographical drama films American biographical drama films 1930s English-language films American black-and-white films Films about Catholicism Films about Catholic priests Films about Christianity Films set in Nebraska Films shot in Nebraska Films that won the Academy Award for Best Story Films featuring a Best Actor Academy Award-winning performance Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer films Films directed by Norman Taurog 1938 drama films Films scored by Edward Ward (composer) 1930s American films