Summary
A new documentary titled "ORWELL: 2+2=5" explores author George Orwell's ideas using his own writings and shows how his warnings about truth and control are still relevant today. The film puts a spotlight on issues like government surveillance, data privacy, and political manipulation, providing a visual and narrative connection to modern events.
Key Facts
- The documentary uses George Orwell's diaries and archival footage to discuss contemporary issues.
- The film highlights Orwell's concerns about truth, control, and surveillance.
- It compares current events with Orwell's warnings about authoritarianism.
- The documentary shows images from the U.S., China, the Middle East, and Ukraine.
- Raoul Peck, the director, says the film lets Orwell's words and images speak for themselves.
- Orwell's books "Animal Farm" and "1984" remain influential in discussing political control.
- Themes like doublespeak and thoughtcrimes, from Orwell's works, are used to analyze current situations.
- The documentary aims to introduce Orwell's ideas to a new generation.
