The Quest
1958
38 min
Coming soon
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.
Details
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.
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directorStanley Jackson
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executive producerNicholas Balla
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scriptLeslie McFarlane
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photographyReginald Morris
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soundMichel BelaieffGeorge Croll
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editingRobert Russell
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sound editingBernard Bordeleau
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musicEldon Rathburn
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castLeo CiceriNorman EttlingerDennis Stanway
Education
Ages 14 to 17
Health/Personal Development - Disease Prevention
Science - Biology
Since the discovery of insulin, how has treatment for diabetes advanced? Have students explain the reasons for the increasing prevalence of diabetes. Besides taking insulin, how can a person with diabetes best manage their condition? Have students create an educational brochure that provides information on diabetes.
