CinemaOSMovie · 1958 · 0h 36m

The Quest

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This short film is a re-enactment of the critical year in Dr. Frederick Banting's life when he discovered insulin for the treatment of diabetes at the University of Toronto. It depicts the odds against which he and his assistant, Charles Best, worked; the scepticism of other doctors and the final victory that gave thousands of diabetics hope for a healthier life.

Directed byStanley Jackson

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 36m
Language
EN
Released
January 1, 1958
Studios
ONF | NFB

Featuring

Cast & crew

3 credited
Starring

Leo Ciceri

Dr. Banting

Dennis Stanway

Charles Best

Norman Ettlinger

Dr. McLeod

Creative team
Directed by
Stanley Jackson
Written by
Leslie McFarlane

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