Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital
Synopsis
This documentary film includes never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews to tell the story of Charity Hospital, from its roots to its controversial closing in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. From the firsthand accounts of healthcare providers and hospital employees who withstood the storm inside the hospital, to interviews with key players involved in the closing of Charity and the opening of New Orleans’ newest hospital, “Big Charity” shares the untold, true story around its closure and sheds new light on the sacrifices made for the sake of progress.
Release History & Theatrical Window
New Orleans Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
05/12/2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
06/02/2018
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alexander John Glustrom
- Original Title
- Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Release Date
- 03/05/2014
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- Fire River Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alexander John Glustrom
Department Leadership Roster
Alexander John Glustrom
Director
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What is Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital about?
This documentary film includes never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews to tell the story of Charity Hospital, from its roots to its controversial closing in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. From the firsthand accounts of healthcare providers and hospital employees who withstood the storm inside the hospital, to interviews with key players involved in the closing of Charity and the opening of New Orleans’ newest hospital, “Big Charity” shares the untold, true story around its closure and sheds new light on the sacrifices made for the sake of progress.
Who directed Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital?
Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital was directed by Alexander John Glustrom.
Who stars in Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital?
The principal cast of Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital includes Not specified.
When was Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital released and how long is it?
Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.