
The Seesaw and the Shoes
This short shows how two objects led to important discoveries. Children playing with a seesaw inspire French physician Rene Laennec to invent the stethoscope, and a pair of shoes made of caoutchouc lead Charles Goodyear to discover the process for vulcanizing rubber.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Seesaw and the Shoes
- Genres: Drama, Documentary, History
- Release Date: 1945-05-05
- Runtime: 11 minutes
- Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.0764
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

John Nesbitt
as Narrator

Arthur Space
as Charles Goodyear (uncredited)

Helen Dickson
as One of Goodyear's Guests (uncredited)

Feodor Chaliapin Jr.
as Bit Part (uncredited)

Sheldon Jett
as One of Goodyear's Guests (uncredited)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Seesaw and the Shoes?▼
The Seesaw and the Shoes is a Drama, Documentary, History movie directed by . It was released on 1945-05-05.
Who are the main actors in The Seesaw and the Shoes?▼
The main cast includes John Nesbitt, Arthur Space, Helen Dickson, Feodor Chaliapin Jr., Sheldon Jett, .
Where can I watch The Seesaw and the Shoes online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Seesaw and the Shoes is available.
Is The Seesaw and the Shoes based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Seesaw and the Shoes?▼
The Seesaw and the Shoes has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Seesaw and the Shoes?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Seesaw and the Shoes?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Seesaw and the Shoes filmed?▼
The Seesaw and the Shoes was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Seesaw and the Shoes?▼
The total runtime of The Seesaw and the Shoes is 11 minutes.
Is The Seesaw and the Shoes suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Seesaw and the Shoes?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Seesaw and the Shoes.
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