Glory Enough for All

I first saw this mini-series when I was quite young, around 12, and have watched it many times since then. I wish I could find a copy today. The mini-series chronicles the discovery of insulin, led by researchers Frederick Banting and his assistant, Charles Best, and though the subject matter may sound boring, it is gripping story of struggle and determination, highlighted by several excellently-characterized, well-developed personalities. Renowned Canadian actor R.H. Thomson is brilliant in the role of Frederick Banting. The supporting cast is full of stellar performers and the writing is superb. An all-around top-notch Canadian production!

I saw this movie the first time it was on TV and every time since then. I have several taped copies and I truly believe that this is one of the greates documentaries ever made!

I saw this telemovie some years ago on Australian TV and thought it was excellent - it is well acted, beautifully produced and quite fascinating in its content. The passion and determination of the researchers to find a treatment for Type 1 diabetes was very moving, and the story of the little girl who was literally at death's door brings home powerfully just what a serious disease Type 1 diabetes is, and what a miracle the discovery of insulin was for all diabetics.

It is also a powerful example of the good that animal experimentation did in this particular case, although I accept that much animal experimentation is totally unnecessary.

I have Type 1 diabetes myself, and in my opinion this movie is an extremely important one - in fact, I think it should be compulsory viewing for all newly-diagnosed Type 1 (insulin-dependent) diabetics.

Why, oh why is this film not available on DVD??? Please, CBC, please re-release it! There must be a demand for it, and you could promote it through national and state diabetic associations world-wide.

Teresa Pitt

Hi Im Douglas Hinch, Son Of G Hinch, Producer of GEFA. 2021, 100 yrs since Work at U of T produced Insulin. Pitt 01 thanks for your kind words. Over the past year R. H , Myself, U of T , CBC Danny H, and many others , got GEFA streaming on CBC Gem. Hope you get this message and are able to Watch . Regards D. Hinch.

I would like to buy the movie Glory Enough For All. I am type 1 diabetic who uses a modern form of the stuff Banting, Best, Collup & McLeod worked on. It'll be 25 years I've lived with diabetes, and when I feel discouraged and sad, seeing this movie makes me appreciate fully the life I have. I use an insulin pump, can check my blood glucose levels in five seconds with the little meters they sell now, I can eat like a 'normal human being' and not like Elizabeth had to on the Allan diet. PLEASE, consider making this available for purchase. I don't want to 'pirate' or 'torrent' stuff because that is stealing. I would like to have a copy of this in its entirety to keep and enjoy.