Phonies Beware!

1956

6.5 (2)

8 min

English

No trailer available

This Screenliner short shows how the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) looks at drug claims that may be fraudulent. In this case, a product called Elixirex is advertised as a cure-all for almost any ailment, including arthritis, rheumatism, and diabetes. After a diabetes patient dies following the use of Elixirex, FDA inspectors start their investigation.

Status
Released
Production
RKO Radio Pictures, RKO Pathé Pictures

Keywords

  • investigation
  • diabetes
  • drug

Links

  • IMDb

Top Cast

Bob Hite as Narrator (voice)

John Zaic as Inspector Kennedy

Top Crew

Larry O'Reilly · Director, Cinematographer

Milton Shifman · Editor

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