Stairway to Light (1945)
This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short tells the story of 18th Century French physician Dr. Philippe Pinel, who initiated enlightened, humane treatment of the mentally ill.
Top billed cast
John NesbittNarrator (voice)
Dewey RobinsonHead Keeper (uncredited)
Gene RothHector Chevigny (uncredited)
Harry WilsonKeeper Hosing Down Patient (uncredited)
Wolfgang ZilzerDr. Philippe Pinel (uncredited)
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