American Rebel

United States, 1985

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Biographical documentary of an all-American boy who turned communist pop star, Dean Reed. Reed, who lived for many years in East Germany, became the number one popular male singer in the Soviet bloc, and certain South American countries. This film tries to find out what motivated Reed to turn Red. Note: Program has black sub-titles which are difficult to read in sections.

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Credits

producer/director

Will Roberts

production company

United Documentary Films

Duration

01:30:00:00

Production places
United States
Production dates
1985

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