Ceausescu: Behind the Myth (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1991, Ceausescu: Behind the Myth is a documentary film directed by Edward Behr, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Veteran journalist and author Edward Behr spent a year investigating the rise and fall of Nicolae Ceausescu. Executed on Christmas Day 1989, Ceausescu was once a hero to his own people, and in the west. Behr's film reveals the truth behind the myth, in a tale of megalomania, farce, and horror.
Who’s in it. Ceausescu: Behind the Myth stars Gheorghe Apostrol as Self, Emil Bobu as Self, George H. W. Bush as Self (archive footage) and Jimmy Carter as Self (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Ceausescu: Behind the Myth has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ceausescu: Behind the Myth page.
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- Where can I watch Ceausescu: Behind the Myth (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ceausescu: Behind the Myth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ceausescu: Behind the Myth worth watching?
- Ceausescu: Behind the Myth holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ceausescu: Behind the Myth?
- Ceausescu: Behind the Myth stars Gheorghe Apostrol, Emil Bobu, George H. W. Bush, Jimmy Carter and Elena Ceaușescu.
- When was Ceausescu: Behind the Myth released?
- Ceausescu: Behind the Myth was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.