A series of clips features actor Ralph Fiennes reading from a transcript of an interview with MI6 agent Norman Darbyshire about the 1953 coup in Iran.
“Old secrets cast long shadows”
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A series of clips features actor Ralph Fiennes reading from a transcript of an interview with MI6 agent Norman Darbyshire about the 1953 coup in Iran.
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Taghi Amirani reflects on his family's departure from Iran to England amid the events of the 1953 Iranian coup d'état. The film documents the collaboration between British MI6 and the CIA, led by Kermit Roosevelt Jr., to overthrow Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddegh. Actor Ralph Fiennes reads from a transcript of MI6 agent Norman Darbyshire, who confessed to involvement in the coup, codenamed "Operation Ajax." This operation marked a significant moment in Iran’s political history and shaped future U.S. foreign interventions.
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Portrays the imperialist greed of British colonialism and the opportunism of U.S. players with detail. Worth seeing.
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Who directed the documentary Coup 53?
Coup 53 was directed by Taghi Amirani.
What was the world premiere date of Coup 53?
Coup 53 had its world premiere at the Telluride Film Festival on September 4, 2019.
What is the Rotten Tomatoes rating for Coup 53 as of July 2022?
As of July 2022, Coup 53 has a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 44 reviews.
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