First Steps
Jan 01, 1947 · 10m
Director
Leo SeltzerOverview
United Nations, 1947 - In this film one crippled child learns to walk: first to move, then to stand, and finally to take his first steps. The film deals with modern techniques of physiotherapy, and the need to develop the whole child - his emotions and his mind as well as his muscles - is stressed. Skilled adult workers offer not only massage and therapy, but also love and understanding, and occupational therapy for children and takes the form of both play and work. Movements learned become part of the daily jobs of feeding and dressing. Early attempts to walk are made with the help of apparatus. Finally the initially hesitant steps on his own are taken. As the film ends the boy walks. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2005.
Cast of First Steps
Crew of First Steps
About First Steps
What is First Steps about?
United Nations, 1947 - In this film one crippled child learns to walk: first to move, then to stand, and finally to take his first steps. The film deals with modern techniques of physiotherapy, and the need to develop the whole child - his emotions and his mind as well as his muscles - is stressed. Skilled adult workers offer not only massage and therapy, but also love and understanding, and…
When was First Steps released?
First Steps was released on January 1, 1947.
How long is First Steps?
First Steps runs 10 minutes.
Who directed First Steps?
First Steps was directed by Leo Seltzer.
Who is in the cast of First Steps?
The cast of First Steps includes Winston O'Keefe (Narrator).