American Inquisition
Synopsis
An examination of the effect of McCarthyism on two ordinary Americans. Interviews with Paul McCarty and his family describe the loss of his job in a Paducah, Kentucky power plant in 1953 when his loyalty was questioned; he lost job after job for over twenty years. Interview with Luella Mundel, the object of false accusations based on her unconventional views and actions. Interviews with colleagues, friends, and a historian recreate the dramatic trial which devastated Mundel personally.
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- Director
- Helen Whitney
- Screenplay & Story
- Marshall Frady, Helen Whitney
- Original Title
- American Inquisition
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- ABC News
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Helen Whitney
Marshall Frady, Helen Whitney
Kenneth Werner
Helen Whitney
Department Leadership Roster
Helen Whitney
Producer
Marshall Frady
Writer
Helen Whitney
Director
Helen Whitney
Writer
Kenneth Werner
Editor
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What is American Inquisition about?
An examination of the effect of McCarthyism on two ordinary Americans. Interviews with Paul McCarty and his family describe the loss of his job in a Paducah, Kentucky power plant in 1953 when his loyalty was questioned; he lost job after job for over twenty years. Interview with Luella Mundel, the object of false accusations based on her unconventional views and actions. Interviews with colleagues, friends, and a historian recreate the dramatic trial which devastated Mundel personally.
Who directed American Inquisition?
American Inquisition was directed by Helen Whitney.
Who stars in American Inquisition?
The principal cast of American Inquisition includes Marshall Frady.
When was American Inquisition released and how long is it?
American Inquisition was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.