House-hunting turns into a conundrum for a mother and daughter faced with weighing the pros and cons of a charming but dilapidated old house. A colourful blend of facts and wit, Plumbum Conundrum outlines the necessity, and the necessary precautions, of living with lead. Plumbum Conundrum is an effective educational tool that uses lead as a vehicle for the discussion of toxic substances in the environment. This film is designed for senior high school or college students as well as group programs in the public health realm.