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The Sordid Affair

Synopsis

At the height of the Watergate scandal on April 30, 1973, President Richard Nixon delivered his first major speech broadcast live from the White House, addressing the charges being made against his Presidency. Produced by Dimitri Devyatkin, with Walter Wright on synthesizer, the video is an overlay of mesmerizing computerized animations that reflect upon the speech.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 1, 1973

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Dimitri Devyatkin
Original Title
The Sordid Affair
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
22m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Dimitri Devyatkin

Producers

Dimitri Devyatkin

Department Leadership Roster

Dimitri Devyatkin

Dimitri Devyatkin

Director

Dimitri Devyatkin

Dimitri Devyatkin

Producer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Sordid Affair.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sordid Affair

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Sordid Affair about?

At the height of the Watergate scandal on April 30, 1973, President Richard Nixon delivered his first major speech broadcast live from the White House, addressing the charges being made against his Presidency. Produced by Dimitri Devyatkin, with Walter Wright on synthesizer, the video is an overlay of mesmerizing computerized animations that reflect upon the speech.

Who directed The Sordid Affair?

The Sordid Affair was directed by Dimitri Devyatkin.

Who stars in The Sordid Affair?

The principal cast of The Sordid Affair includes Richard Nixon.

When was The Sordid Affair released and how long is it?

The Sordid Affair was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 22m.