
Encirclement - Neo-Liberalism Ensnares Democracy
2008-11-20 · 160 min · ★ 6.8
Using the reflections and analysis of many renowned intellectuals, this documentary draws a portrait of neoliberal ideology and examines the various mechanisms used to impose its dictates throughout the world.
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- Directors
- Richard Brouillette
- Production companies
- Les films du passeur
- Countries
- Canada
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- Released
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Noam ChomskyHimself
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