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Michael and Us: Albanian Bacon w/ Daniel Bessner & Derek Davison

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Hollywood's Manipulation of Political Narratives

This chapter explores how a film illustrates the manipulation of reality through political spin and media representation. The discussion highlights the cultural relevance of the movie, linking it to historical events, media narratives, and public perception during the Gulf War era. It critiques the evolving landscape of political storytelling in Hollywood, examining the impact of cynicism and deception in both contemporary narratives and the works of filmmakers like David Mamet.

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