Psychiatry in Russia
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In 1955, Albert Maysles traveled by motorcycle throughout Russia. During this trip, he shot what was to become his first film, 'Psychiatry in Russia', an unprecedented view into Soviet mental healthcare. Originally televised by the David Garroway Show on NBC-TV in 1956.
Status: Released
Released Date: 1955-01-01
Runtime: 13 mins
Director: Albert Maysles
Writer: Albert Maysles
Spoken language: English
Genres: Documentary
Original title: Psychiatry in Russia
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Production Countries: United States of America
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