American Coup
Synopsis
AMERICAN COUP tells the story of the first coup ever carried out by the CIA - Iran, 1953. Explores the blowback from this seminal event, as well as the coup's lingering effects on the present US-Iranian relationship. Includes a segment on the 1979 Iranian Hostage Crisis and its relation to the 1953 coup. Concludes with a section on the recent Iranian presidential election. Contains interviews with noted Middle East experts and historians and prominent public figures such as Stephen Kinzer (author, All The Shah's Men), Prof. Ervand Abrahamian, Trita Parsi, Col. Lawrence Wilkerson, Ted Koppel and Rep. Ron Paul of Texas. With Iranian cinematography by James Longley.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 9, 2010
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joe Ayella
- Screenplay & Story
- Joe Ayella
- Original Score
- David Bergeaud
- Original Title
- American Coup
- Country of Origin
- Iran, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joe Ayella
Joe Ayella
David Bergeaud
Dave Manzo
Joe Ayella
Department Leadership Roster
Dave Manzo
Editor
Joe Ayella
Writer
Joe Ayella
Director
Joe Ayella
Producer
David Bergeaud
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Coup
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What is American Coup about?
AMERICAN COUP tells the story of the first coup ever carried out by the CIA - Iran, 1953. Explores the blowback from this seminal event, as well as the coup's lingering effects on the present US-Iranian relationship. Includes a segment on the 1979 Iranian Hostage Crisis and its relation to the 1953 coup. Concludes with a section on the recent Iranian presidential election. Contains interviews with noted Middle East experts and historians and prominent public figures such as Stephen Kinzer (author, All The Shah's Men), Prof. Ervand Abrahamian, Trita Parsi, Col. Lawrence Wilkerson, Ted Koppel and Rep. Ron Paul of Texas. With Iranian cinematography by James Longley.
Who directed American Coup?
American Coup was directed by Joe Ayella.
Who stars in American Coup?
The principal cast of American Coup includes Ervand Abrahamian, Ehsan Yarshater.
When was American Coup released and how long is it?
American Coup was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for American Coup?
The original motion picture soundtrack for American Coup was composed by David Bergeaud.