An Introduction to Scientology

Jan 1, 1984

0h 59m

★ 3.0

Overview

Filmed in Salisbury, Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), An Introduction to Scientology is the only televised interview given by L. Ron Hubbard. In this interview, LRH explains the history of Scientology, its status as a religion and its benefits on human society.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Golden Era Productions

Church of Scientology

Rhodesian Television

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Cast

Himself

L. Ron Hubbard

Himself - Host

Tony Hitchman

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An Introduction to Scientology

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