Abel Raises Cain

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Alan Abel
Alan Abel

Himself

Jeanne Abel
Jeanne Abel

Herself

Jenny Abel
Jenny Abel

Narrator (voice)

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    Filmmaker Jenny Abel explores the life and career of her father Alan Abel, known to many as "the world's greatest hoaxer."

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    2005-01-23

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