Movies and TvShows featuring "media-manipulation" theme.
House of Cards is a thrilling political drama that follows the story of Frank Underwood, a cunning politician who stops at nothing to achieve power. Set in Washington D.C., the series delves into the world of government corruption, media manipulation, and the lengths people will go to maintain political power.
UnREAL is a dramatic comedy that takes viewers into the unpredictable world of reality television. With a focus on a fictional dating show, the series explores the behind-the-scenes chaos and manipulation that goes on to create engaging and entertaining television.
John McClane, a detective, is asked by the FBI to bring in a hacker named Matthew Farrell. They discover a cyber-terrorist named Thomas Gabriel is behind a plot to disable the U.S. infrastructure. McClane and Farrell must stop Gabriel before he can cause more chaos and save McClane's daughter, who has been kidnapped.
A television network cynically exploits a deranged former anchor's ravings and revelations about the news media for its own profit, but finds that his message may be difficult to control. Howard Beale, the longtime anchor of the Union Broadcasting System's UBS Evening News, learns that he has two weeks left on air due to declining ratings. He announces on live television that he will commit suicide on his next broadcast. UBS tries to fire him, but allows him to have a dignified farewell. During his broadcast, he launches into a rant claiming that life is 'bullshit.' This causes the ratings to spike, and UBS decides to exploit Beale's antics. Diana Christensen, the head of the network's programming department, cuts a deal with a group of radical terrorists for a new docudrama series. Beale's ratings eventually top out, and Christensen offers to help develop the show. She begins an affair with Beale's friend, Max Schumacher, who is also an UBS executive. When Schumacher decides to end Beale's show, Christensen convinces Frank Hackett, another UBS executive, to move the show under the entertainment division. The show becomes the most highly rated program on television, and Beale becomes a celebrity preaching his message of anger. Max and Diana's romance initially suffers, but they eventually reconcile. However, in the flush of high ratings, Max leaves Diana and warns her that she will self-destruct. When Beale discovers that the network will be bought out by a larger conglomerate, he launches an on-screen tirade against the deal. The top brass panic because of the company's debt load, but Beale is taken to meet with the chairman of the conglomerate who persuades him to abandon his populist messages. But Beale's new sermons depress the audiences, and ratings begin to slide. The network executives decide to hire a group of terrorists to assassinate Beale on the air. The assassination succeeds, putting an end to his show and paving the way for a new season of programming.
Listening Post is Al Jazeera English's weekly media review show. It casts a critical eye over not just what gets reported, but how it's reported - covering the coverage of the news & analyzing global events through the prism of the media.
In a dystopian America, a falsely convicted policeman gets his shot at freedom when he must forcibly participate in a TV game show where convicts, runners, must battle killers for their freedom. By 2017, the world economy has collapsed, and food, oil, and other natural resources are all in short supply. Unable to meet the needs of the general public, the U.S. government has likewise collapsed and given way to an iron-fisted police state divided into paramilitary zones...
The Social Dilemma is a thought-provoking documentary that explores the dark side of social media and its effects on individuals and society as a whole. It delves into the rise of surveillance capitalism, the manipulation techniques employed by social media platforms, and the ethical concerns surrounding targeted advertising and data mining. Through interviews with former employees of major tech companies, the film sheds light on the impact of these platforms on mental health, privacy, and democracy.
After a teacher at South Park Elementary is discovered to have an OnlyFans page, Randy investigates the dark side of online influencers.
House of Cards follows the manipulative and ambitious Francis Underwood, who stops at nothing to gain more power in British politics.
In a future of mass surveillance and political repression, Winston Smith begins a forbidden love affair amidst the constant surveillance and manipulation of the Party.
Notorious (2016) is a drama thriller TV show that revolves around the story of a lawyer and fixer who navigate the media-manipulated world of Los Angeles, California. The show explores the challenges they face, as well as the consequences of their actions.
In the midst of a political scandal, a political consultant hires a Hollywood producer to create a fake war with Albania in order to distract the public. The producer enlists the help of a renowned filmmaker and together they create a compelling narrative that captivates the media and the nation. As the story unravels, the lines between truth and fiction become blurred, leading to unexpected consequences.
After a massive earthquake strikes Japan, a group of survivors must band together and face various challenges as they navigate through the destruction and try to rebuild their lives. The story follows their struggles, hopes, and the bond they form as they search for hope amidst the ruins.
The movie follows the story of investigative journalist Gary Webb, who uncovers a connection between the CIA and the crack cocaine epidemic in the 1980s. As he delves deeper into the story, Webb faces intimidation, a smear campaign, and a government cover-up.
Scientists in television get misrepresented and edited out of context more often than you'd dare to guess. Science Friction tells their stories, and gives them a chance to set the record straight.
Canadian Bacon is a satirical comedy about a fictional war between the United States and Canada, sparked by a conspiracy and political cover-up. A group of misfits, including a mounted police officer and a defense worker, must try to prevent a doomsday device from being used. With political corruption, media hype, and international relations at stake, they embark on a comedic journey to save the day.
In Ace in the Hole, a cynical news reporter named Charles Tatum stumbles upon a man trapped in a cave in New Mexico. Seeing an opportunity for a big story, Tatum manipulates the situation to create a media circus and increase his own fame. As the rescue effort unfolds, Tatum's ruthless and unscrupulous behavior is exposed, leading to tragic consequences.
To Play the King is a TV show that follows the story of a cunning member of parliament who becomes the Prime Minister and battles against a psychopathic king to maintain his power. The show depicts the dark side of English politics, including corruption, dirty tricks, and media manipulation.
Quiz Show is a gripping drama that explores the behind-the-scenes manipulation and scandal in a popular TV quiz show in the 1950s. It follows the story of a young lawyer, Richard Goodwin, who investigates allegations of fraud and deception. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of corruption, media manipulation, and political corruption that threatens to bring down the entire quiz show industry.
You Don't Know Jack is a movie based on the true story of Dr. Jack Kevorkian, a physician who became infamous in the 1990s for assisting terminally ill patients in committing suicide. The film explores the moral and legal dilemmas surrounding euthanasia and the right to die. It delves into Kevorkian's motivation, his media manipulation, his court cases, and the political and moral debates sparked by his actions.