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You Are What You Watch

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Hollywood Heists vs. Reality

This chapter examines the disparity between the cinematic portrayal of bank heists and the actual events, highlighting how Hollywood dramatizes crime. It discusses the evolution of bank robberies to modern financial crimes and the collaboration between the military and filmmakers to shape public perception. Additionally, it explores the impact of action movies on crime statistics and societal behavior, challenging common beliefs about violent media's influence on real-world aggression.

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