American Inquisition
1983•1h 0m•Released
Documentary
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.
Director
Helen Whitney
Writer
Helen Whitney, Marshall Frady
Languages
English
Studio
ABC News
Cast
Marshall Frady
Self - Narrator
Production
Company
ABC News
Producer
Helen Whitney
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