Whether Mao Zedong launched a campaign of ideological purification in 1966 to keep China from becoming capitalist or to solidify his power remains a subject for debate. Only the disastrous consequences are certain. This series presents the definitive history of the Cultural Revolution, its background, and aftermath, blending an incredible array of documentary footage with discussion by Chinese contemporaries, diplomats, and scholars, including Roxanne Witke, the only Westerner to interview Mao’s wife, Jiang Qing. 2-part series, 53 minutes each.

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The Series Includes : No Rest for the Weary: The Cultural Revolution and Its Origins | The Unfortunate Generation: The Cultural Revolution and Beyond

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