S20·E2 The Lobotomist
- Episode
- Season 20, Episode 2
- Air Date
- January 21, 2008
- Runtime
- 55 minutes
- Score
- 9/10 (1 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Core
Aired January 21, 2008 55 min ★ 9.0/10 · 1 TMDB votes
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Synopsis
In the 1940s Dr. Walter Freeman gained fame for perfecting the lobotomy, then hailed as a miracle cure for the severely mentally ill. But within a few years, lobotomy was labeled one of the most barbaric mistakes of modern medicine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 20 Episode 2 of American Experience air?
Season 20, Episode 2 ('The Lobotomist') originally aired on January 21, 2008.
How long is Season 20 Episode 2 ('The Lobotomist')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in American Experience Season 20 Episode 2?
In the 1940s Dr. Walter Freeman gained fame for perfecting the lobotomy, then hailed as a miracle cure for the severely mentally ill. But within a few years, lobotomy was labeled one of the most barbaric mistakes of modern medicine....
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