The Cost of Treachery
Synopsis
In 1949, at the height of the Cold War, the British and American Governments decided to fight back at the growing Soviet Empire with a secret plan, the Albanian Subversion, in which the CIA and MI6 attempted to overthrow the Albanian government and to weaken the Soviet Union and the role of double agent Kim Philby.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adam Curtis
- Screenplay & Story
- Adam Curtis
- Original Title
- The Cost of Treachery
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 49m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adam Curtis
Adam Curtis
Graham Shipham
Adam Curtis
Department Leadership Roster
Adam Curtis
Producer
Graham Shipham
Editor
Adam Curtis
Writer
Adam Curtis
Director
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What is The Cost of Treachery about?
In 1949, at the height of the Cold War, the British and American Governments decided to fight back at the growing Soviet Empire with a secret plan, the Albanian Subversion, in which the CIA and MI6 attempted to overthrow the Albanian government and to weaken the Soviet Union and the role of double agent Kim Philby.
Who directed The Cost of Treachery?
The Cost of Treachery was directed by Adam Curtis.
Who stars in The Cost of Treachery?
The principal cast of The Cost of Treachery includes Ian Holm.
When was The Cost of Treachery released and how long is it?
The Cost of Treachery was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 49m.