Triumph at Carville: A Tale of Leprosy in America

Synopsis

A little-known facet of American history comes to life in this fascinating account of Carville, La., a former plantation made over into a community established for victims of leprosy from around the world. Featuring rare photographs as well as recent interviews, the program takes you inside the daily workings of one of the most intriguing medical establishments this nation has ever seen.

Main Cast

James Carville

Self

Age : 79 | Popularity : 3%

Tallulah Bankhead

Self (archive footage)

Age : 66 | Popularity : 7%

C. Everett Koop

Self - Former U.S. Surgeon General

Age : 96 | Popularity : 3%

Michael Tolaydo

Narrator (voice)

Age : N/A | Popularity : 5%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Sound	Original Music Composer	Béla Fleck
Camera	Director of Photography	Allen Moore
Editing	Editor	Barbara Ballow
Directing	Director	John Wilhelm
Writing	Writer	John Wilhelm Sally Squires
Department	Role	Name

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