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Bethune: The Making of a Hero
5.2 / 10• 1993• 1h 55m•NR• English
RomanceDramaHistoryWar
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.”









