Penicillin: The Magic Bullet (2006)
This is the story of the invention of penicillin and the scientists behind the work. The main character, Howard Florey, races against time to create his magic bullet that will ultimately save the lives of thousands of soldiers during the second world war and win him the Nobel prize. It is a story of intrigue, suspense and bitter rivalry, set mainly in Oxford, England during World War II.
Director: Gordon Glenn
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Jasper Bagg as Ernst Chain |
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Brett Climo as Norman Heatley |
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Daniela Farinacci as Margaret Jennings |
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Peter Flaherty as Benson |
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Lew Luton as Alexander Fleming |
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Nikolai Nikolaeff as James Kent |
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Fred Whitlock as Howard Florey |
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Daryl Wilkinson as Edward Mellanby |
| Directing | Gordon Glenn | Director |
| Writing | Gordon Glenn | Writer |