Red Squad (1972)

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An investigative (but frequently humorous) documentary on the surveillance activities of the New York City Police Department's Bureau of Special Services, known as the Red Squad. "An extraordinary political film, in which the spies - Red Squad and undercover police assigned to infiltrate the American Left - are in turn spied upon. The result: a photographic exposé of faces and agents in action, fully identified by name and title." - Amos Vogel, Film as a Subversive Art

Director: Joel Sucher, Howard Blatt, Steven Fischler
Runtime: 45 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Red Squad about?
An investigative (but frequently humorous) documentary on the surveillance activities of the New York City Police Department's Bureau of Special Services, known as the Red Squad. "An extraordinary political film, in which the spies - Red Squad and undercover police assigned to infiltrate the American Left - are in turn spied upon. The result: a photographic exposé of faces and agents in action, fully identified by name and title." - Amos Vogel, Film as a Subversive Art
Who directed Red Squad?
Red Squad was directed by Joel Sucher, Howard Blatt, Steven Fischler.
How long is Red Squad?
Red Squad has a runtime of 45m (45 minutes).