The Valley of Dry Bones
Jeremy Palmer, Writer
Sloan Grant(s) Received:
2017, Screenwriting Award, USC
2018, Sloan Student Grand Jury Prize, Tribeca Film Institute
Project Type: Feature
Genre: Historical Drama
Length: 117 pages
Field of Science: Physiology, Endochronology
Stage: Development
Synopsis
Left scarred by World War I, Dr. Freddy Banting becomes obsessed with discovering the cure for Diabetes. To the surprise of the medical community, Freddy and his compatriots successfully discover Insulin. But the inexperienced surgeon finds himself fighting to ensure that both credit and access to the miracle drug are given rightfully bestowed. Based on a true story.