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The Shock Doctrine (2009)

7.120091h 22mEN
Documentary

Directed by Michael Winterbottom

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

1h 22m

Language

EN

Release

September 1, 2009

Director

Michael Winterbottom

Official Trailer

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Overview

An investigation of "disaster capitalism", based on Naomi Klein's proposition that neo-liberal capitalism feeds on natural disasters, war and terror to establish its dominance.

Cast

Kieran O'Brien

Kieran O'Brien

Narrator (Voice)

Naomi Klein

Naomi Klein

Self

Milton Friedman

Milton Friedman

Self

John Major

John Major

Self (archive footage)

Bill Clinton

Bill Clinton

Self (archive footage)

Henry Kissinger

Henry Kissinger

Self (archive footage)

Saddam Hussein

Saddam Hussein

Self (archive footage)

Condoleezza Rice

Condoleezza Rice

Self (archive footage)

Barack Obama

Barack Obama

Self (archive footage)

Alan Greenspan

Alan Greenspan

Self (archive footage)

Boris Yeltsin

Boris Yeltsin

Self (archive footage)

Margaret Thatcher

Margaret Thatcher

Self (archive footage)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Shock Doctrine (2009), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

An investigation of "disaster capitalism", based on Naomi Klein's proposition that neo-liberal capitalism feeds on natural disasters, war and terror to establish its dominance.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Shock Doctrine. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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