Bethune(1964)
Bethune 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.
Bethune (1964) is a documentary film directed by Donald Brittain, released on January 1, 1964 with a runtime of 59m. It stars Michael Kane and Lister Sinclair. Viewers rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Donald Brittain
- Writers:
- Norman Bethune, Donald Brittain, John Kemeny
- Producers:
- Donald Brittain, John Kemeny
- Cinematographer:
- Robert Humble
- Production:
- ONF | NFB
- Status:
- Released
Bethune Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Donald Brittain, written by Norman Bethune, Donald Brittain and John Kemeny, produced by Donald Brittain and John Kemeny.
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Bethune Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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Bethune – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Bethune online?
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Who stars in Bethune?
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The main cast of Bethune (1964) includes Michael Kane and Lister Sinclair. The film was directed by Donald Brittain. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Bethune released?
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Bethune was released on January 1, 1964 and runs for 59m.
Is Bethune worth watching?
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Bethune (1964) holds an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.