Film

The Quest

Name: The Quest
Genre: Drama
Released: 1958-01-01

1958 · 36m · Drama

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Overview

This short film is a re-enactment of the critical year in Dr. Frederick Banting's life when he discovered insulin for the treatment of diabetes at the University of Toronto. It depicts the odds against which he and his assistant, Charles Best, worked; the scepticism of other doctors and the final victory that gave thousands of diabetics hope for a healthier life.

Cast

Leo Ciceri

Dr. Banting

Dennis Stanway

Charles Best

Norman Ettlinger

Dr. McLeod

Crew

Stanley JacksonDirector
Leslie McFarlaneWriter
Nicholas BallaExecutive Producer
Reginald H. MorrisDirector of Photography
Robert RussellEditor

Details

Release date: January 1, 1958
Status: Released
Original language: English
Runtime: 36m
Genres: Drama

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