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On Prescription Only

Name: On Prescription Only
Duration: 29 min

Julian Biggs

1960 | 29 min

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This short documentary from 1960 explores the world of modern medication; miracle drugs that cure diseases which not long ago were fatal. You'll travel into the world of pills and potions for an intimate survey of how modern medicine is created, and the beneficial effects they're having.

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Credits

director

Julian Biggs
producer

David Bairstow
script

Sally Lindsay
photography

Tom Bird

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