Khrushchev Does America
Brief Synopsis
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In 1959, at the height of the Cold War, Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev embarked on a two-week public relations tour across the United States. Americans could note wait to get a glimpse of a Communist dictator visiting their landmarks and experiencing local hospitality. Khrushchev turned on his cha
Cast & Crew
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Luc Martin-gousset
Producer
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Historical
Political
Release Date
2013
Technical Specs
Duration
59m
Synopsis
In 1959, at the height of the Cold War, Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev embarked on a two-week public relations tour across the United States. Americans could note wait to get a glimpse of a Communist dictator visiting their landmarks and experiencing local hospitality. Khrushchev turned on his charm and quick wit. By the time he reached the West Coast, the US was enthralled by his presence, chasing him along the whistle-stops of his tour. Every moment of his journey was recorded and preserved from both Soviet and American perspectives, creating a document of visual material ripe for revision.
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Historical
Political
Release Date
2013
Technical Specs
Duration
59m
