Other Voices (1970)

Directed by

David H. Sawyer

Genre

documentary film

Country

United States

Runtime

1h 40m

Rating

9.0 of 10 from 1 voters

Elsewhere

IMDb

How it feels

This 1970 documentary follows a controversial doctor in rural Pennsylvania as he treats patients with severe mental illnesses. It shows their daily routines and therapy sessions.

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What happens

Other Voices is a 1970 American documentary film directed by David H. Sawyer. The film follows Dr. Albert Honig, one of the most controversial doctors of his era, as he demonstrates various techniques he has employed in his treatment of comatose, catatonic, schizophrenic, and autistic patients. It follows Dr. Honig and a handful of patients living in a rural setting in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, during their daily activities, and during treatment sessions with Dr. Honig. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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