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The Power of Nightmares

20041 seasonAdam Curtis
IMDb 8.7 · Rotten Tomatoes 88%

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Power of Nightmares (2004) about?

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

Who stars in The Power of Nightmares?

The Power of Nightmares stars Gilles Kepel (Himself), Melvin Goodman (Himself), Stephen Holmes (Himself), William Kristol (Himself), Michael Ledeen (Himself). The series was created by Adam Curtis.

How many seasons does The Power of Nightmares have?

The Power of Nightmares has 1 seasons. There are 3 episodes in total.

Is The Power of Nightmares worth watching?

The Power of Nightmares holds an IMDb rating of 8.7/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 88. Fans of Documentary are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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