Life for Ruth

Year: 1962

Runtime: 93 mins

Language: English

Director: Basil Dearden

Drama

John Harris is shunned by his community and brought to court after his daughter Ruth dies because he refused permission for a life‑saving blood transfusion, citing his religious convictions. The tragedy fuels Doctor Brown’s quest for accountability, as he pursues what he believes to be an unjust, preventable death.

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