Schweitzer (1990)

The story of Dr. Albert Schweitzer, his adventurous life and trials in the jungles of Africa.

Director:

Gray Hofmeyr

Writer:

Michel W. Potts

Stars:

Malcolm McDowell, Martin Adamiel, John Carson

Cast

Complete credited cast:
Malcolm McDowell	...	Albert Schweitzer
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Martin Adamiel	...	Paris Missionary Society Man
John Carson	...	Horton Herschel
Alison Cassels	...	Nurse
Henry Cele	...	Oganga
C. Andrew Davis	...	Dr. Lionel Curtis
Roy Dhlamini	...	Chef
Michael Huff	...	Dr. Bergman
Greg Humphries	...	Doctor
Masabatha Jafta	...	Maria
Helen Jessop	...	Amanda Hampton
Michael Khumalo	...	Dr. Pasqual
Conrad Magwaza	...	Oganga's Assistant
Bella Mariani	...	Nurse
Barry Meehan	...	Doctor

Storyline

The story of Dr. Albert Schweitzer, his adventurous life and trials in the jungles of Africa.

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Plot Keywords:

jungle | based on true events | independent film | character name in title

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Genres:

Action | Adventure | Drama

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Certificate:

PG

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

May 1990 (France)

Also Known As:

Light in the Jungle: The Story of Dr. Albert Schweitzer

Filming Locations:

Abidjan, Côte D'Ivoire

Company Credits

Production Co:

Toron

Technical Specs

Runtime:

100 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

User Reviews

Do you want to see a movie about a REAL saint?

Malcolm McDowell is brilliant as always. If you only know him from "A Clockwork Orange," see the movie "If ...", done in the 60's (my favorite movie as an adolescent). McDowell brings a depth that few can equal, to a role depicting one of the giants of the modern age. His German accent is perhaps not perfect ... but who cares! His sympathy for the character, his ability to climb into the mind of Dr. Schweitzer, the beauty of the set, the authenticity of the portrayal, and the power of the true story itself, make a unique and meaningful film. I strongly recommend this movie.