Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital (2014)
MOVIE
"Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital" offers a gripping exploration of Charity Hospital's legacy, weaving together rare footage and insightful interviews. The documentary chronicles the institution's history and its contentious shutdown following Hurricane Katrina. Viewers hear firsthand accounts from healthcare workers who braved the storm within the hospital's walls, alongside perspectives from pivotal figures involved in its closure and the subsequent establishment of a new medical facility in New Orleans. Through these narratives, the film illuminates the personal sacrifices made amidst the push for progress in the healthcare system.
Runtime
1h 2m
Country
United States of America
