Bethune
Originally released in 1977. Bethune is a tv movie/drama film. directed by Eric Till. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Donald Sutherland, Kate Nelligan, and David Gardner
Synopsis
Based on the true story of Canadian doctor Norman Bethune, this film traces his life from his beginnings with his deeply religious family in Ontario, through his medical studies in school, where he developed his overwhelming compassion for those less fortunate, and his driving desire to see that they get the medical attention they need. Most of his life after college was spent either working in war zones around Europe or developing new treatment techniques in his home country.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1977
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- CBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethune about?
Based on the true story of Canadian doctor Norman Bethune, this film traces his life from his beginnings with his deeply religious family in Ontario, through his medical studies in school, where he...
Who directed Bethune?
Bethune was directed by Eric Till.
How long is Bethune?
Bethune has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Bethune released?
Bethune was released on January 1, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bethune?
The main cast of Bethune includes Donald Sutherland, Kate Nelligan, David Gardner, James Hong, Gerard Parkes.