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".
Top 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
FAQ about Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers
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,…
When was Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers released?
Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers was released in 2003.
What genres does Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers belong to?
Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers is categorised as Documentary.
Who stars in Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers?
The cast of Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers includes John Zerzan, George W. Bush, Fidel Castro, Kalle Lasn, Matt McMullen.