Let My People Live
Synopsis
Aimed at African Americans and shot at Tuskegee University, this film instructs viewers in the prevention and treatment of tuberculosis by focusing on a pair of sympathetic siblings, George and Mary, whose lives are altered by the disease. Starring Rex Ingram as Dr. Gordon, the film suggests that organized religion is an important defensive location in this particular community, and warns of the dangers of the previous generation’s superstitions and its fear of medicine. The Health Department prominently featured the film at the 1939 World’s Fair. Directed by Edgar Ulmer.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 10, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edgar G. Ulmer
- Screenplay & Story
- Edgar G. Ulmer
- Original Title
- Let My People Live
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Motion Picture Service Corp., National Tuberculosis Association, Springer Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edgar G. Ulmer
Edgar G. Ulmer
Department Leadership Roster
Edgar G. Ulmer
Writer
Edgar G. Ulmer
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Let My People Live
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What is Let My People Live about?
Aimed at African Americans and shot at Tuskegee University, this film instructs viewers in the prevention and treatment of tuberculosis by focusing on a pair of sympathetic siblings, George and Mary, whose lives are altered by the disease. Starring Rex Ingram as Dr. Gordon, the film suggests that organized religion is an important defensive location in this particular community, and warns of the dangers of the previous generation’s superstitions and its fear of medicine. The Health Department prominently featured the film at the 1939 World’s Fair. Directed by Edgar Ulmer.
Who directed Let My People Live?
Let My People Live was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer.
Who stars in Let My People Live?
The principal cast of Let My People Live includes Peggy Howard, Rex Ingram, Ethel Waters, Merritt Smith, Erostine Coles.
When was Let My People Live released and how long is it?
Let My People Live was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 14m.