The Radical Story of Patty Hearst

About The Radical Story of Patty Hearst

Released in 2018, "The Radical Story of Patty Hearst" is a six-part CNN docuseries that explores the transformation of Patty Hearst from kidnapped heiress to terrorist. The series follows Hearst's life post-kidnapping; her transformation into a bank robber, ammunition smuggler, and member of the Symbionese Liberation Army (SLA); and the subsequent trial that grips the nation.

Making / Production

The series was produced by CNN and directed by Jeffrey Toobin, who also wrote the book upon which the television series is based. It uses archival footage combined with reenactments and exclusive interviews to depict a fascinating account of this tumultuous period in American history.

Actors

• Patricia Hearst: The heiress to the Hearst publishing fortune, she played herself in archival footage and interviews.
• Symbionese Liberation Army: The members of the SLA, a left-wing terrorist organization, are also shown through archival footage.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is primarily based on Jeffrey Toobin's book 'American Heiress: The Wild Saga of the Kidnapping, Crimes, and Trial of Patty Hearst'.
• Jeffrey Toobin also serves as one of the executive producers of the series.
• Patty Hearst granted several exclusive interviews for the series, marking one of the few times she has spoken publicly about her ordeal.

Awards

As of the current date, 'The Radical Story of Patty Hearst' has not won any awards.

Quotes

• "I'm a strong believer in karma, and I think this situation was attracted into my life because it was something I had to learn from." - Patty Hearst

Music, Soundtrack

• The series primarily features a mix of period appropriate pop and rock songs, along with an original instrumental score by composer Justin Melland.