Encirclement - Neo-Liberalism Ensnares Democracy

Nov 20, 2008

2h 40m

★ 6.8

Overview

Using the reflections and analysis of many renowned intellectuals, this documentary draws a portrait of neoliberal ideology and examines the various mechanisms used to impose its dictates throughout the world.

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Cast

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Noam Chomsky

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Ignacio Ramonet

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Normand Baillargeon

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Bernard Maris

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Omar Aktouf

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Susan George

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Michel Chossudovsky

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François Denord

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François Brune

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Martin Masse

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Jean-Luc Migué

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Filip Palda

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