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Your uncle's Facebook feed: the horror movie. You won't sleep after this.
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After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News (2020)

paranoid rabbit holerage-inducingtoo-real dystopia

Overview

Documentary

An investigation into the ongoing threat caused by the phenomenon of “fake news” in the U.S., focusing on the real-life consequences that disinformation, conspiracy theories and false news stories have on the average citizen.

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Standout Aspects

Direction

Rossi weaponizes pacing like a thriller director.

Editing

Rapid-fire montages that mirror disinformation overload.

Best for:Solo: You need space to scream at your screen without judgment.·Friends: Group therapy for anyone who's lost someone to QAnon.·Rewatch: Sadly, it ages like milk. Check back in six months.
Heads up:Disturbing: Real footage of Pizzagate harassment and death threats.·Triggers: Sandy Hook denialism; gun violence conspiracy targeting grieving parents.
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Director

Andrew Rossi

ReleasedMar 19, 2020
Runtime1h 35m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacefast
Intensityhigh
Tonedark
Feelheavy
HBO Documentary Films
Abstract

Top Cast

Jack Burkman

Jack Burkman

Self

Elizabeth Williamson

Elizabeth Williamson

Self

Molly McKew

Molly McKew

Self

Brian Schatz

Brian Schatz

Self (archive footage)

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Several subjects tried to sue to block release, claiming 'defamation' — proving the film's point beautifully.

Cultural

Released pre-January 6, it now plays like prophecy; Rossi has said audiences treat it as 'historical horror.'

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After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News (2020) | Official Trailer | HBO

After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News (2020) | Official Trailer | HBO

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Discussion

Reactions from the web

This looks interesting! The information warfare has been increasing till the point that compromise appears to be impossible. I’ll check that documentary!

@kriptoniteXD 7

I just loved how the 'random' pizza gate shooter fired one round and hit the hard drive on the computer. I wonder how he was paid?

@threecoatsthecharm1046 29

Lmao!! I thought this was going to be about the main stream media.

@tbrinkley112 54

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