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Albert Schweitzer (1957)

Movie ★ 6.5 81 min

Documentary History

This biographical docudrama traces the life of Dr. Albert Schweitzer, from his birth in Alsace, up to the age of 30 when he made the decision to go to French Equatorial Africa and build his jungle hospital. The latter half of the film encompasses a full day in the hospital-village, following the octogenarian Samaritan in his daily rounds.

Jerome Hill Director

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Quick facts

Released
November 22, 1957
Runtime
81 min
IMDb
tt0050109
Studio
Hill & Anderson Productions

Themes

Cast

Fredric March Fredric March Albert Schweitzer (voice) Albert Schweitzer Self (archive footage) Burgess Meredith Burgess Meredith Narrator (voice) Phillip Eckert Young Albert Schweitzer Adele Woytt Albert Schweitzer's Mother Helene Schweitzer Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Albert Schweitzer about?
This biographical docudrama traces the life of Dr. Albert Schweitzer, from his birth in Alsace, up to the age of 30 when he made the decision to go to French Equatorial Africa and build his jungle hospital. The latter half of the film encompasses a full day in the hospital-village, following the octogenarian Samaritan in his daily rounds.
Who directed Albert Schweitzer?
Albert Schweitzer was directed by Jerome Hill.
Who stars in Albert Schweitzer?
Albert Schweitzer stars Fredric March, Albert Schweitzer, Burgess Meredith, Phillip Eckert.
When was Albert Schweitzer released?
Albert Schweitzer is a 1957 documentary, history film.
Where can I watch Albert Schweitzer?
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