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Slow Assassination: Perón Vs. La Prensa

A dramatization of the actual life and death struggle of an independent newspaper against the tyranny of the dictator, Juan Perón. The press of the world brought to light the fight of Dr. Alberto Gainza Paz, owner and publisher of the newspaper La prensa, who was forced to close down. He seeks refuge abroad where he continues his endeavors until Perón's downfall. On his return to Argentina, he reopens La prensa and reestablishes freedom of the press.

English
  • Originally Aired April 16, 1957
  • Runtime 25 minutes
  • Network NBC
  • Created November 9, 2006 by
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Name Type Role
Irve Tunick Writer
Cullen Moore Writer
William Corrigan Director