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The shock doctrine : the rise of disaster capitalism
Title:
The shock doctrine : the rise of disaster capitalism
Publication Information:
[United States] : Zeitgeist Films, 2011.
Physical Description:
1 videodisc (78 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
General Note:
Based on the book by Naomi Klein.
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Summary:
Using 'shock therapy' as a metaphor, the film investigates Klein's central idea of 'disaster capitalism.' When countries are jolted by catastrophic events such as war or natural disasters, they are often subjected to totally un-regulated 'free market' remedies that benefit corporations at public expense.
System Details:
DVD; WIDESCREEN 16:9; STEREO.
Language Note:
CLOSED-CAPTIONED.
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