Dismantling a Dream (1977)
A Labour government imposing cutbacks on the National Health Services is the theme of Dismantling a Dream. Pilger recalls the establishment of the NHS in 1948 and Health Minister Aneurin Bevan’s declaration that the “silent suffering” of the old, young, chronically sick and handicapped had no place in a civilised society. But, in December 1976, an official report revealed that thousands of children who could be saved were dying.
Director: Nigel Evans
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 27 min
Release Date: September 12, 1977
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Dismantling a Dream about?
- A Labour government imposing cutbacks on the National Health Services is the theme of Dismantling a Dream. Pilger recalls the establishment of the NHS in 1948 and Health Minister Aneurin Bevan’s declaration that the “silent suffering” of the old, young, chronically sick and handicapped had no place in a civilised society. But, in December 1976, an official report revealed that thousands of children who could be saved were dying.
- Who directed Dismantling a Dream?
- Dismantling a Dream was directed by Nigel Evans.
- Who stars in Dismantling a Dream?
- Dismantling a Dream stars John Pilger.
- How long is Dismantling a Dream?
- Dismantling a Dream has a runtime of 27m (27 minutes).
- What genre is Dismantling a Dream?
- Dismantling a Dream is a Documentary film.