1971 (2014)
Overview
Forty years before WikiLeaks and the NSA scandal, there was Media, Pennsylvania. In 1971, eight activists plotted an intricate break-in to the local FBI offices to leak stolen documents and expose the illegal surveillance of ordinary Americans in an era of anti-war activism. In this riveting heist story, the perpetrators reveal themselves for the first time, reflecting on their actions and raising broader questions surrounding security leaks in activism today.
Where to watch 1971
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| Canada | Cineverse | — | — |
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What is 1971 about?
Forty years before WikiLeaks and the NSA scandal, there was Media, Pennsylvania. In 1971, eight activists plotted an intricate break-in to the local FBI offices to leak stolen documents and expose the illegal surveillance of ordinary Americans in an era of anti-war activism. In this riveting heist story, the perpetrators reveal themselves for the first time, reflecting on their actions and raising broader questions surrounding security leaks in activism today. 1971 is a Documentary, History movie, released on 2014-04-18, runtime 80 minutes.
Is 1971 worth watching?
TMDB users rate 1971 6.7 out of 10 from 14 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch 1971?
In the United States, 1971 streams on DocuramaFilms. The table on this page lists 1 more country. Movie World also lists online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Johanna Hamilton
Cast
- Bonnie Raines as Self
- John Raines as Self
- Bob Williamson as Self
- Keith Forsyth as Self
- Bill Davidon as Self
- Peter Gregus as Bill
- Lauren A. Kennedy as Bonnie Raines
- Jonathan Joel Brennan as Bob
- Rich Graff as John Raines
- Daniel S. Taylor as Keith
- John Isgro as Custodian
- Kerry Malloy as FBI Agent
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