American Fugitive: The Truth About Hassan (2006)
French-Canadian filmmaker Jean-Daniel Lafond goes into the life of wanted terrorist David Belfield, an African American convert to Islam who was born in the United States and allegedly murdered Ali Akbar Tabatabai, a former Iranian ambassador loyal to the deposed Shah of Iran and an outspoken critic of Ayatollah Khomeini in 1980. Belfield, now known as Hassan Abdulrahman, fled to Iran following the murder and has remained there ever since. In this film, Belfield tries to explain and justify his terrorist activity. Lafond also puts forward several conspiracy theories as to who ordered Belfield to kill the former diplomat.
Director: Jean-Daniel Lafond
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: April 22, 2006
Cast
- David Belfield - Self
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is American Fugitive: The Truth About Hassan about?
- French-Canadian filmmaker Jean-Daniel Lafond goes into the life of wanted terrorist David Belfield, an African American convert to Islam who was born in the United States and allegedly murdered Ali Akbar Tabatabai, a former Iranian ambassador loyal to the deposed Shah of Iran and an outspoken critic of Ayatollah Khomeini in 1980. Belfield, now known as Hassan Abdulrahman, fled to Iran following the murder and has remained there ever since. In this film, Belfield tries to explain and justify his terrorist activity. Lafond also puts forward several conspiracy theories as to who ordered Belfield to kill the former diplomat.
- Who directed American Fugitive: The Truth About Hassan?
- American Fugitive: The Truth About Hassan was directed by Jean-Daniel Lafond.
- Who stars in American Fugitive: The Truth About Hassan?
- American Fugitive: The Truth About Hassan stars David Belfield.
- How long is American Fugitive: The Truth About Hassan?
- American Fugitive: The Truth About Hassan has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is American Fugitive: The Truth About Hassan?
- American Fugitive: The Truth About Hassan is a Documentary film.