A depressed Newark businessman who initially plans to abandon his family. Listening to the radio broadcast, he rushes home to gather them and flees toward New York City. Near panic at a tunnel, he nearly commits family suicide but stops. Ultimately, he returns home, reconciles with his wife Ann, and survives the broadcast's aftermath.
Two unrelated individuals from different locations who share the experience of being deceived by the broadcast.
Two individuals from different social backgrounds who share the experience of being deceived by the broadcast.
The producer whose work directly impacts the listener's life decisions.
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