The Children Of Leros (1992)
“This is their chance to have a life.” In 1992, 165 children were living in inhuman conditions in Leros. Those who had arrived as babies had never learned to walk, to dress, or to feed themselves. This documentary follows the young Greek medics who moved in to reform the asylum. They were astonished at the determination of the children, some of who had been chained to their beds for years, to improve their lives. A model ward was set up, and children were unchained. Within months some, like Andreas, were able to play games outside for the first time in their lives.
Director: Jane Gabriel
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 26 min
Release Date: May 15, 1992
Screenplay
Cinematography: Alexis Grivas, Yannis Drakoularakos
Editing: Dan de Waal
Production: Gabriel Productions Ltd
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English, ελληνικά
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Children Of Leros about?
- “This is their chance to have a life.” In 1992, 165 children were living in inhuman conditions in Leros. Those who had arrived as babies had never learned to walk, to dress, or to feed themselves. This documentary follows the young Greek medics who moved in to reform the asylum. They were astonished at the determination of the children, some of who had been chained to their beds for years, to improve their lives. A model ward was set up, and children were unchained. Within months some, like Andreas, were able to play games outside for the first time in their lives.
- Who directed The Children Of Leros?
- The Children Of Leros was directed by Jane Gabriel.
- How long is The Children Of Leros?
- The Children Of Leros has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
- What genre is The Children Of Leros?
- The Children Of Leros is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Children Of Leros produced?
- The Children Of Leros was produced in United Kingdom.