S18·E1 Best of Enemies
Synopsis
Best of Enemies captures the legendary 1968 debates between two famed intellectuals and ideological opposites: leftist Gore Vidal and neoconservative William F. Buckley. Their televised sparring shaped a new era of public discourse in the media, marking the moment TV’s political ambition shifted from narrative to spectacle.
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When did Season 18 Episode 1 of Independent Lens air?
Season 18, Episode 1 ('Best of Enemies') originally aired on October 2, 2016.
How long is Season 18 Episode 1 ('Best of Enemies')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.
What happens in Independent Lens Season 18 Episode 1?
Best of Enemies captures the legendary 1968 debates between two famed intellectuals and ideological opposites: leftist Gore Vidal and neoconservative William F. Buckley. Their televised sparring shaped a new era of public discourse in the media, marking the moment TV’s political ambition shifted fro...
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