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Deep Dive: Collapse (2009)

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Collapse
Collapse is a documentary directed by Chris Smith that focuses on Michael Ruppert, a former LAPD officer turned investigative reporter. The film presents Ruppert's theories about the collapse of modern industrial civilization due to unsustainable energy and financial policies. The narrative is built around a series of interviews conducted in an abandoned warehouse basement, where Ruppert discusses his life, his views on peak oil, and critiques of the financial system, including fiat money and fractional reserve banking. The film features an 82-minute monologue from Ruppert, interspersed with archival footage. It presents his predictions of social unrest and governmental collapse, while also incorporating skepticism from the director, who questions Ruppert's assumptions throughout the film. The title reflects Ruppert's belief that current policies are leading to a societal collapse, making the film both a character study and a commentary on broader issues.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Michael Ruppert's controversial theories on energy.
  • •See Ruppert's predictions of societal collapse.
  • •Find out about Ruppert's ties to U.S. intelligence.

Did You Know

•Michael Ruppert was a former LAPD officer and detective.
•The film was shot over five days in March and April 2009.
•Collapse premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2009.
•The film's runtime is 82 minutes long.

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Conspiracy theoriesEnergy crisis discussionsInvestigative journalism