

The Power of Nightmares
2004-10-20 · 60 min / episode · ★ 8.1
Examines how politicians have used our fears to increase their power and control over society.
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- Creators
- Adam Curtis
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- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Ended
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Melvin GoodmanHimself
Richard PerleHimself
Ali HarounHimself
Richard PipesHimself
John KerryHimself (archive footage)
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