The Polio Crusade
"A time when Americans banded together to conquer a terrible disease"
Originally released in 2009. The Polio Crusade is a documentary/history film. directed by Sarah Colt. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Linda Hunt, Larry Becker, and Kathryn Black
Synopsis
The film interweaves the personal accounts of polio survivors with the story of an ardent crusader who tirelessly fought on their behalf while scientists raced to eradicate this dreaded disease. Based in part on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book Polio: An American Story by David Oshinsky, Features interviews with historians, scientists, polio survivors, and the only surviving scientist from the core research team that developed the Salk vaccine, Julius Youngner.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 2, 2009
17 years ago
Runtime
0h 55m
55 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- GBH
- Sarah Colt Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Polio Crusade about?
The film interweaves the personal accounts of polio survivors with the story of an ardent crusader who tirelessly fought on their behalf while scientists raced to eradicate this dreaded disease. Ba...
Who directed The Polio Crusade?
The Polio Crusade was directed by Sarah Colt.
How long is The Polio Crusade?
The Polio Crusade has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).
When was The Polio Crusade released?
The Polio Crusade was released on February 2, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Polio Crusade?
The main cast of The Polio Crusade includes Linda Hunt, Larry Becker, Kathryn Black, Betty Cook Brown, Anne B. Crockett-Stark.