Requiem for the American Dream (2015)

In 'Requiem for the American Dream,' we are invited into a profound discourse with the renowned academic and author, Noam Chomsky. This thought-provoking exploration of our era's most defining characteristic - the calculated accumulation of wealth and power by an exclusive elite - is a journey, four years in the making, through a series of enlightening interviews with Chomsky. This cinematic requiem takes us on a journey through time, tracing half a century of policies meticulously crafted to favor the affluent, leaving the majority at a disadvantage. Chomsky illuminates ten pivotal principles at the heart of this wealth and power concentration, leading to the unprecedented inequality that has hollowed out the American middle class. But this narrative is not just a dissection of societal structures, it is also an intimate exploration of Chomsky's own life of activism and political involvement. His sharp insights serve as a powerful testament to our time, painting a poignant picture of the decline of the middle class and the dwindling song of democracy. 'Requiem for the American Dream' is not just a film - it's a wake-up call. A potent reminder that the ultimate power rests with the governed and a beacon of hope for those who believe in a shared, equitable future. This movie is an essential viewing experience, a requiem for the past and a rallying cry for the future.

Requiem for the American Dream is a documentary movie featuring Noam Chomsky and directed by Peter D. Hutchison.

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