Europe Since 1989

The King of Communism: The Pomp and Pageantry of Nicolae Ceausescu + Q&A with Ben Lewis

A surprising, funny and entertaining study of a destructive regime.

  • Tue 24 Nov 20:30 NFT3 book

Twenty years to the day since Ceausescu's re-election as Secretary General of the Romanian Communist Party (a mere month before he was deposed), Ben Lewis presents his documentary on the absurdist dictatorship. Featuring interviews with propaganda ministers, choreographers, directors, actors, ballet dancers, and footage from Ceausescu's own propaganda archive, The King of Communism is a surprising, funny and entertaining study of a destructive regime.

DirectorBen Lewis
CountryUK
Year2002
Running time60min

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