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The documentary features an interview with Alex Marlow, discussing the contrasting atmospheres of Barack Obama's and Donald Trump's inaugurations. Marlow reflects on the launch of Breitbart.com the day after Obama's inauguration, emphasizing the influence of Hollywood figures like Jeffrey Katzenberg and David Geffen in shaping Obama's image as a 'made-for-TV president.' This perspective sets the stage for understanding the media landscape during both presidencies.
Marlow also contrasts this with the tense environment surrounding Trump's inauguration, where he experienced heightened security and protests from groups like antifa. The documentary touches on the wider effects of these events, including the impact of cartels on migrants and the political divisions in America regarding immigration policies.
Why Watch
- •See how Hollywood shaped Obama's image as a politician.
- •Find out about the intense security during Trump's inauguration.
- •Meet Alex Marlow and his insights on media and politics.
Did You Know
•Breitbart.com was launched the day after Barack Obama's inauguration.
•Marlow was living in D.C. during Trump's inauguration, a mile from the Lincoln Memorial.
•The security for Trump's inauguration was described as 'unbelievable' by Marlow.
•Marlow noted that both sides of the political spectrum seized on media coverage of migrant patterns.
Perfect For
Political analysisMedia influenceInauguration history