Death in the West
Originally released in 1976. Death in the West is a documentary film. directed by Martin Smith. At just 32 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A documentary filmed by reporter Peter Taylor with interviews both of Phillip Morris executives and of cowboys in the American west. Taylor contrasts the executives' noncommittal answers to the question of cigarettes being harmful with the stories of men who smoked cigarettes and are now dying of lung cancer and emphysema. The film was removed from circulation after a lawsuit from Phillip Morris, but is now available to watch.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 9, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
0h 32m
32 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Death in the West about?
A documentary filmed by reporter Peter Taylor with interviews both of Phillip Morris executives and of cowboys in the American west. Taylor contrasts the executives' noncommittal answers to the qu...
Who directed Death in the West?
Death in the West was directed by Martin Smith.
How long is Death in the West?
Death in the West has a runtime of 0 hours and 32 minutes (32 minutes total).
When was Death in the West released?
Death in the West was released on September 9, 1976 in theaters.