Breath of Life, narrated by Art Linkletter, 1967, 30 minutes, Eastman color. Made by Gordon, Archer S., M.D., Ph.D. Distributed by Pyramid Film Producers This film is intended for use by the general public; shows how lives can be saved by the prompt use of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

The basic principles of maintaining the victim’s airway (breathing passages), of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and of mouth-to- nose resuscitation are covered in this film. Dramatic sequences simulating episodes of electric shock, choking, suffocation by a small landslide, drowning, and drug poisoning serve to emphasize and reinforce these techniques. Pulse of Life is narrated by Raymond Massey. This film also covers artificial respiration (mouth-to-mouth resuscitation) as in Breath of Life, although the footage is different. In addition, artificial circulation by means of external cardiac compression is presented. The film is intended primarily for rescue squads, lifeguards, firemen and police officers, but it is also appropriate for mountaineers who rarely can depend on immediate help from trained rescue personnel. These films, and associated training aids,1 while not specifically developed for the mountaineering situation, would be an outstanding addition to any mountain rescue training program or serious course in first aid for mountaineers.