description The Citadel Overview
The Citadel is a 1938 British drama film based on A.J. Cronin’s novel. Robert Donat and Rosalind Russell star in this story set within a Scottish hospital that pioneers medical training for doctors. The film’s focus on accessible healthcare influenced discussions surrounding the creation of the National Health Service, making it relevant to those interested in medical history and social reform.
It is primarily for viewers appreciating classic British cinema and historical dramas.
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info The Citadel Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1938 |
help The Citadel FAQ
What kind of doctor is Andrew Manson in The Citadel?
Andrew Manson, played by Robert Donat, begins as an idealistic doctor working in a Welsh mining community. His ambitions later draw him toward wealthy London patients and away from the principles he shared with his wife Christine.
Is the hospital in The Citadel a real Scottish institution?
No. The story follows Manson through fictional workplaces in Wales and London rather than documenting a particular Scottish hospital. Its medical politics come from A. J. Cronin's 1937 novel.
Who plays Christine in the 1938 film?
Rosalind Russell plays Christine Barlow, the teacher who becomes Andrew Manson's wife and moral anchor. Robert Donat received an Academy Award nomination for playing Manson.
Who directed The Citadel, and what awards attention did it receive?
King Vidor directed the 1938 adaptation. It received four Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor for Robert Donat, and adapted screenplay.
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