NR1h 43m1940

Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet

Name: Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet
Genre: Drama
Released: 1940-02-23
Duration: 103 min
Cast: Edward G. Robinson, Ruth Gordon, Otto Kruger, Donald Crisp, Maria Ouspenskaya

“NOT A GANGSTER PICTURE BUT ...a war on the deadliest public enemy of all!”

Drama

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German scientist Paul Ehrlich makes remarkable advancements in the field of medical diagnostics with his research in cellular staining with dyes. His work results in new knowledge about tuberculosis, but also leads to his contraction of the disease. Ehrlich travels to Egypt, where he investigates diphtheria and earns more accolades. Eventually, his research in treating diseases leads to the development of a 'magic bullet' treatment for syphilis.

Director: William Dieterle
Writers: John Huston, Norman Burnstine, Heinz Herald
Language: English
Country: United States of America
Release date: 23 February 1940

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