- Overview
One of the most controversial subjects of the 1980s, the AIDS epidemic ended thousands of lives across America. This video, entitled What is AIDS helps educate the youth of America about the deadly disease.
- Release Date
11 May 1988
- DirectingJ. Gary Mitchell
- Budget
$0.00
- Revenue
$0.00
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