The Phone Call (1977)

Scott starts work at a drivein burger and ice cream restaurant when his paper route proves inadequate to raise the money he needs for a mail order karate course He has determined that this course will help him gain the selfconfidence he needs to get up the courage to call and ask Pam out to see a movie Although at first just commenting on his mistakes Becky a coworker offers to help him make the crucial phone call In the process Scott offers insights about how Joe is abusive in his relationship with Becky