Bethune
Originally released in 1964. Bethune is a documentary film. directed by Donald Brittain. At just 59 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Michael Kane and Lister Sinclair
Synopsis
A film biography of Dr. Norman Bethune, the Canadian doctor who served with the loyalists during the Spanish Civil War and with the North Chinese Army during the Sino-Japanese War. In Spain he pioneered the world's first mobile blood-transfusion service; in China his work behind battle lines to save the wounded has made him a legendary figure. This hour-long documentary film pieces together his remarkable career.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1964
62 years ago
Runtime
0h 59m
59 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethune about?
A film biography of Dr. Norman Bethune, the Canadian doctor who served with the loyalists during the Spanish Civil War and with the North Chinese Army during the Sino-Japanese War. In Spain he pion...
Who directed Bethune?
Bethune was directed by Donald Brittain.
How long is Bethune?
Bethune has a runtime of 0 hours and 59 minutes (59 minutes total).
When was Bethune released?
Bethune was released on January 1, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bethune?
The main cast of Bethune includes Michael Kane, Lister Sinclair.