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  2. The Challenge of Ideas

The Challenge of Ideas

1961
30m
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

1961

Runtime

30m

Storyline

Various celebrities and news-media figures discuss the polarization of politics between the Western Allies of the United States and the Soviet bloc, pointing out the need for vigilance and action to protect democracy in the U.S. and abroad.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
30m
Jan 1, 1961

Top Cast

5 Cast Members

John Wayne

John Wayne

Self

Helen Hayes

Helen Hayes

Narrator

Frank McGee

Self

Lowell Thomas

Lowell Thomas

Self

Edward R. Murrow

Edward R. Murrow

Self- Narrator

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