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200795 min6documentary

6.3/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Capitalism Social Inequality

The Big Sellout

200795 min6documentary

6.3/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Millions of ordinary people face severe repercussions from neo-liberal development policies endorsed by the international business establishment.

Capitalism Social Inequality

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Millions of ordinary people face severe repercussions from neo-liberal development policies endorsed by the international business establishment.

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Florian Opitz

Florian Opitzdirector

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Florian Opitz's 2007 documentary The Big Sellout critiques neo-liberal development policies backed by international business leaders. It presents evidence that these policies lack support from modern economic science. The film shows the negative effects on communities worldwide, illustrating how millions suffer due to these economic strategies. Through real-life examples, it questions the validity of the current economic system and its impact on ordinary people. The runtime is 95 minutes.

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