Faith of the Century: A History of Communism(1999)
Overview
Communism spread to all of the continents of the word, lasting through four generations and over seven decades. Hundreds of millions of men and women were affected by this political system, one of the most unjust and bloodiest in history. Using newly discovered propaganda films and archival photos, these four episodes explore the mysteries of this totalitarian political machine that lured its share of important followers into the fold. Known as the red church, communism seduced its ardent followers like some earthly religion.
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Season 1
4 episodes • 1999
Season 1
4 episodes • 1999
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utopia in Power (1917-1928) | Oct 6, 1999 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Two Faces of Communism (1929-1939) | Oct 13, 1999 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The Peak Years (1940-1953) | Oct 20, 1999 | 0.0 |
| 4 | End Without End (1953-1999) | Oct 27, 1999 | 0.0 |
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