Triumph at Carville: A Tale of Leprosy in America (movie)

Triumph at Carville: A Tale of Leprosy in America (movie)

  • User score: 6.5
  • Production country: US
  • Producer: John Wilhelm
  • Release date: 1/1/2005
  • Run time: 55 min.

Movie description

A little-known facet of American history comes to life in this fascinating account of Carville, La., a former plantation made over into a community established for victims of leprosy from around the world. Featuring rare photographs as well as recent interviews, the program takes you inside the daily workings of one of the most intriguing medical establishments this nation has ever seen.

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James Carville

James Carville

Role(s): Self

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Tallulah Bankhead

Tallulah Bankhead

Role(s): Self (archive footage)

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C. Everett Koop

C. Everett Koop

Role(s): Self - Former U.S. Surgeon General

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Michael Tolaydo

Michael Tolaydo

Role(s): Narrator (voice)

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