Stairway to Light (1945)
Drama, History, Documentary
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.
Director: Sammy Lee
The Cast
John Nesbitt
Narrator (voice)
Dewey Robinson
Head Keeper (uncredited)
Gene Roth
Hector Chevigny (uncredited)
Harry Wilson
Keeper Hosing Down Patient (uncredited)
Wolfgang Zilzer
Dr. Philippe Pinel (uncredited)
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