They Do Come Back
Synopsis
Young man of "Everytown" has an oral hemorrhage which subsequent examination and tests show was caused by tuberculosis. He goes to sanitarium for treatment and extensive bed rest. Epidemiological investigation reveals source of infection was lip contact with his fiancée. The importance of occupational therapy and aptitude tests is demonstrated during the patient's recovery and rehabilitation. Scenes include: sputum and blood samples, enlarged tubercle bacilli, tuberculin test, X-ray, pneumothorax surgery, and patient drafting in occupational therapy.
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July 31, 1940
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edgar G. Ulmer
- Original Score
- Johannes Brahms
- Original Title
- They Do Come Back
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- Springer Pictures, National Tuberculosis Association
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edgar G. Ulmer
Johannes Brahms
Hans E. Mandl
Department Leadership Roster
Edgar G. Ulmer
Director
Hans E. Mandl
Editor
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What is They Do Come Back about?
Young man of "Everytown" has an oral hemorrhage which subsequent examination and tests show was caused by tuberculosis. He goes to sanitarium for treatment and extensive bed rest. Epidemiological investigation reveals source of infection was lip contact with his fiancée. The importance of occupational therapy and aptitude tests is demonstrated during the patient's recovery and rehabilitation. Scenes include: sputum and blood samples, enlarged tubercle bacilli, tuberculin test, X-ray, pneumothorax surgery, and patient drafting in occupational therapy.
Who directed They Do Come Back?
They Do Come Back was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer.
Who stars in They Do Come Back?
The principal cast of They Do Come Back includes Wilma Caspar, Edward Mulhern, Alois Havrilla.
When was They Do Come Back released and how long is it?
They Do Come Back was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 17m.
Who composed the musical score for They Do Come Back?
The original motion picture soundtrack for They Do Come Back was composed by Johannes Brahms.