Movie Description
Stairway to Light
(1945)Overview
This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short tells the story of 18th Century French physician Dr. Philippe Pinel, who initiated enlightened, humane treatment of the mentally ill.
Featured Crew
- Director : Sammy Lee
- Producer : Herbert Moulton
- Editor : Harry Komer
- Cast : John Nesbitt,Dewey Robinson,Gene Roth,Harry Wilson,Wolfgang Zilzer
Cast
Narrator (voice)
Head Keeper (uncredited)
Hector Chevigny (uncredited)
Keeper Hosing Down Patient (uncredited)
Dr. Philippe Pinel (uncredited)
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Facts
Original TitleStairway to Light
Status Released
Release Information
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1945-11-03
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 00h 10m
Production CompaniesMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Genres
- Drama
- History
- Documentary



























