Las Vegas and the Mormons
Brief Synopsis
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Documentary that traces the untold story of the Mormons in Las Vegas, exploring the paradox of how a religious and abstemious people have come to terms with life in "Sin City." Las Vegas was founded by devout Mormon pioneers. Since gambling and divorce were made legal in Las Vegas in 1931, Las Vegas
Cast & Crew
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Ladebra Moore Fletcher
Publicist (The History Channel)
Film Details
Also Known As
History Undercover (04/04/99)
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1999
Production Company
BBC (Main Listing)
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
Synopsis
Documentary that traces the untold story of the Mormons in Las Vegas, exploring the paradox of how a religious and abstemious people have come to terms with life in "Sin City." Las Vegas was founded by devout Mormon pioneers. Since gambling and divorce were made legal in Las Vegas in 1931, Las Vegas Mormons have occupied positions of power and influence in politics, the judiciary and the police.
Film Details
Also Known As
History Undercover (04/04/99)
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1999
Production Company
BBC (Main Listing)
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
