Big Charity: The Death of America\'s Oldest Hospital

Founded as a hospital for the poor| Charity Hospital began in 1736 as just a small cottage built on the goodwill of a dying French merchant. Operated by nuns of TheDaughters of Charity and serving the city of New Orleans for close to 300 years| it gradually transformed into an enormous public institution - into Big Charity -and a longstanding symbol of compassion| a seemingly eternal place of safety and a beacon of hope in the community. Today the towering art deco building| closedabruptly after Hurricane Katrina hit in August 2005| stands empty| and the community continues to suffer the devastating consequences of its absence. Thisdocumentary film includes never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews to tell the story of Charity Hospital| from its roots to its controversial closing inthe wake of Hurricane Katrina. From the firsthand accounts of healthcare providers and hospital employees who miraculously withstood the storm inside the hospital|to interviews with key ...