Independent Lens S17E5 — Chuck Norris vs. Communism

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Independent Lens•Season 17•Episode 5

Chuck Norris vs. Communism

7.3/10 · 27 votesJan 4, 201660 min

Ranked #10 of 17 in Season 17•−0.2 vs season avg

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1980s Romania: thousands of American movies were smuggled through the Iron Curtain, opening a window into the free world. A black market racketeer and a courageous female translator brought the magic of film to the people, and helped spark a revolution.

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Episode Summary

"Chuck Norris vs. Communism" is episode 5 of Independent Lens season 17. It scored 7.3/10 from 27 votes, ranking #10 of 17 episodes this season (season average 7.5). It aired on January 4, 2016.

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Chuck Norris vs. Communism

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