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Bethune: The Making of a Hero
5.2 / 10• 1993• 1h 55m•NR• English
DramaHistoryWar
Storyline
True story of Norman Bethune, a medical doctor who fought for justice in China during Mao's rise to power.
Cast & Crew
Donald Sutherland
Dr. Norman Bethune
Lead
Helen Mirren
Frances Penny Bethune
Helen Shaver
Mrs. Dowd
Colm Feore
Chester Rice
James Pax
Mr. Tung
Guo Da
Dr. Chan
Anouk Aimée
Marie-France Coudaire
Ronald Pickup
Alan Coleman
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Phillip Borsos's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Bethune: The Making of a Hero is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
