Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers (2003)
Swedish documentary film on consumerism and globalization, created by director Erik Gandini and editor Johan Söderberg. It looks at the arguments for capitalism and technology, such as greater efficiency, more time and less work, and argues that these are not being fulfilled, and they never will be. The film leans towards anarcho-primitivist ideology and argues for "a simple and fulfilling life".
Director: Erik Gandini
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 54 min
Release Date: November 21, 2003
Cast
- John Zerzan - Self
- George W. Bush - Self (archive footage)
- Fidel Castro - Self
- Kalle Lasn - Self - Adbusters
- Matt McMullen - Self - RealDoll
- Steve Ballmer - Self (archive footage)
- Bill Gates - Self
- Tania - Self
Screenplay
Music: David Österberg, Johan Söderberg
Editing: Johan Söderberg
Production: Atmo Media Network
Country: Sweden
Language: English, Español, svenska
Original Language: en
Themes
Consumerist Greed and Market-Driven Life
Keywords
capitalism, manipulation, consumerism
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers about?
- Swedish documentary film on consumerism and globalization, created by director Erik Gandini and editor Johan Söderberg. It looks at the arguments for capitalism and technology, such as greater efficiency, more time and less work, and argues that these are not being fulfilled, and they never will be. The film leans towards anarcho-primitivist ideology and argues for "a simple and fulfilling life".
- Who directed Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers?
- Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers was directed by Erik Gandini.
- Who stars in Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers?
- Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers stars John Zerzan, George W. Bush, Fidel Castro, Kalle Lasn, Matt McMullen, Steve Ballmer.
- How long is Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers?
- Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers has a runtime of 54m (54 minutes).
- What genre is Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers?
- Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers is a Documentary film.
- Where was Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers produced?
- Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers was produced in Sweden.
- What are the themes of Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers?
- The themes of Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers include: Consumerist Greed and Market-Driven Life.