terrorism

The Power of Nightmares (2004)

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The Rise of the Politics of Fear

Examines how politicians have used our fears to increase their power and control over society.

Cast & Crew

Director
Adam Curtis
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    Himself Richard Perle
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    Himself Ali Haroun
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    Himself (archive footage) John Kerry
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    Himself John Ashcroft
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    Himself Vladimir Pozner jr.
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    Narrator Adam Curtis
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Miniseries

2004

3 episodes

Season 1 of The Power of Nightmares premiered on October 20, 2004

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Keywords

  • terrorism