Robert Redford and the Legacy of Polio
In 2014, Robert Redford directed an episode of Cathedrals of Culture featuring the Salk Institute in San Diego. As revealed in an interview with The Express, his choice highlighted the institute’s role in biological research, which aligns with Redford’s interests.
The Salk Institute bears the name of Jonas Salk, the scientist who developed the polio vaccine. This connection is personal for Redford, who battled polio in his youth. Despite minor symptoms, the ordeal influenced him, underscoring his support for disease eradication efforts.