Red Bells Part I: Mexico in Flames

Red Bells Part I: Mexico in Flames

1982 · 135 min · ★ 4.2 · Drama, Western

American journalist John Reed travels to Mexico during the Mexican Revolution and interviews Francisco Villa. At the same time, we learn about his relationship with his lover Mabel Dodge, his participation in the Patterson strike, and his work as a reporter during World War I.

Directed by Sergei Bondarchuk · Written by Valentin Ezhov

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