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First Steps (1947): Cast

First Steps (1947) movie poster

First Steps is a 1947 documentary directed by Leo Seltzer, starring Winston O'Keefe as Narrator. It runs 10 minutes.

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First Steps (1947) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
10 min
Director
Leo Seltzer
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is First Steps About?

The premise of First Steps without spoilers.

Set in 1947 under United Nations auspices, the short film follows a disabled child relearning to walk. Modern physiotherapy techniques are shown, emphasizing holistic development of mind, emotions and muscles. Caregivers provide massage, occupational therapy, play and love, integrating movement into tasks until the boy finally walks unaided.

First Steps Themes & Keywords

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  • year 1947
  • 1940s
  • physiotherapy
  • children with disabilities
  • disability
  • 20th century
  • child with a disability
  • boy with a disability
  • handicapped child
  • india
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Cast & crew

First Steps Cast & Characters

Winston O'Keefe plays Narrator in First Steps. Directed by Leo Seltzer.

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FAQ

First Steps FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of First Steps, each answered in a sentence.

How long is First Steps?

First Steps runs 10 minutes.

When was First Steps released?

First Steps was released in 1947.

Who directed First Steps?

First Steps was directed by Leo Seltzer.

Who is in the cast of First Steps?

First Steps stars Winston O'Keefe as Narrator.

Does First Steps have a post-credit scene?

No. First Steps has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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