Journey Into Self
Synopsis
Journey into Self is a 1968 documentary film introduced by Stanley Kramer, and produced and directed by Bill McGaw. The film portrays a 16-hour group-therapy session for eight well-adjusted people who had never met before. The session was led by psychologists Carl Rogers and Richard Farson. The participants included a cashier, a theology student, a teacher, a principal, a housewife, and three businessmen. It won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 1968.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 20, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bill McGaw
- Original Title
- Journey Into Self
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 47m
- Production Studios
- Western Behavioral Sciences Institute of San Diego State University
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bill McGaw
Bill McGaw
Department Leadership Roster
Bill McGaw
Producer
Bill McGaw
Director
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What is Journey Into Self about?
Journey into Self is a 1968 documentary film introduced by Stanley Kramer, and produced and directed by Bill McGaw. The film portrays a 16-hour group-therapy session for eight well-adjusted people who had never met before. The session was led by psychologists Carl Rogers and Richard Farson. The participants included a cashier, a theology student, a teacher, a principal, a housewife, and three businessmen. It won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 1968.
Who directed Journey Into Self?
Journey Into Self was directed by Bill McGaw.
Who stars in Journey Into Self?
The principal cast of Journey Into Self includes Carl Rogers.
When was Journey Into Self released and how long is it?
Journey Into Self was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 47m.