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Let There Be Light (1946)

Movie ★ 7.3 58 min

The final entry in a trilogy of films produced for the U.S. government by John Huston. Some returning combat veterans suffer scars that are more psychological than physical. This film follows patients and staff during their treatment. It deals with what would now be called PTSD, but at the time was categorised as psychoneurosis or shell-shock. Government officials deemed this 1946 film counterproductive to postwar efforts; it was not shown publicly until 1981.

John Huston Director John Huston Writer Charles Kaufman Writer

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Quick facts

Released
December 16, 1946
Runtime
58 min
IMDb
tt0038687
Language
Studio
U.S. Army Pictorial Services

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Cast

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Frequently asked questions

What is Let There Be Light about?
The final entry in a trilogy of films produced for the U.S. government by John Huston. Some returning combat veterans suffer scars that are more psychological than physical. This film follows patients and staff during their treatment. It deals with what would now be called PTSD, but at the time was categorised as psychoneurosis or shell-shock. Government officials deemed this 1946 film counterproductive to postwar efforts; it was not shown publicly until 1981.
Who directed Let There Be Light?
Let There Be Light was directed by John Huston.
Who stars in Let There Be Light?
Let There Be Light stars Walter Huston.
When was Let There Be Light released?
Let There Be Light is a 1946 documentary, war film.
Where can I watch Let There Be Light?
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