Death in the West
Synopsis
A documentary filmed by reporter Peter Taylor with interviews both of Phillip Morris executives and of cowboys in the American west. Taylor contrasts the executives' noncommittal answers to the question of cigarettes being harmful with the stories of men who smoked cigarettes and are now dying of lung cancer and emphysema. The film was removed from circulation after a lawsuit from Phillip Morris, but is now available to watch.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martin Smith
- Original Title
- Death in the West
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Release Date
- 09/09/1976
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 32m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martin Smith
Department Leadership Roster
Martin Smith
Director
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What is Death in the West about?
A documentary filmed by reporter Peter Taylor with interviews both of Phillip Morris executives and of cowboys in the American west. Taylor contrasts the executives' noncommittal answers to the question of cigarettes being harmful with the stories of men who smoked cigarettes and are now dying of lung cancer and emphysema. The film was removed from circulation after a lawsuit from Phillip Morris, but is now available to watch.
Who directed Death in the West?
Death in the West was directed by Martin Smith.
Who stars in Death in the West?
The principal cast of Death in the West includes Not specified.
When was Death in the West released and how long is it?
Death in the West was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 32m.