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201162 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Civil Liberties Authoritarianism

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1984 Revolution

201162 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

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A gradual erosion of personal freedoms is illustrated through historical references and narratives that warn against government overreach.

Civil Liberties Authoritarianism

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Politics

Director

Chris Turner

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A gradual erosion of personal freedoms is illustrated through historical references and narratives that warn against government overreach.

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Synopsis

Chris Turner directs '1984 Revolution,' featuring voices like Robert Wakefield and David Icke. The film discusses the gradual erosion of personal freedoms by government entities. It presents historical examples of how states can infringe on individual rights. The documentary calls for vigilance against authoritarianism and urges people to recognize early signs of tyranny. It emphasizes the need for proactive measures to protect civil liberties. The production took place in the United States and was released in 2011.

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Meet Robert Wakefield and David Icke's perspectives.
Find out about government overreach in personal freedoms.
See historical references that connect to modern issues.

Did You Know

The film was directed by Chris Turner in 2011.
David Icke is one of the featured voices in the documentary.
The documentary is produced in the US.

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Who directed the documentary '1984 Revolution'?

Chris Turner directed the documentary '1984 Revolution'.

What year was '1984 Revolution' released?

The documentary was released in 2011.

What is a key theme of '1984 Revolution'?

A key theme of '1984 Revolution' is the warning against government overreach and the erosion of personal freedoms.

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