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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".
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Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers works because it combines Character-led, polished, emotionally readable. Best when you want something cinematic, high-signal, and easy to recommend. The audience signal is solid enough to trust the ride.
Mood fit
Best when you want something cinematic, high-signal, and easy to recommend.
Who it is for
Best for viewers who want a strong, confident pick with low regret.
Tone
Character-led, polished, emotionally readable
Pacing
Lean, efficient, easy to commit to.
Why Cinento recommends it
Cinento recommends Surplus: Terrorized Into Being Consumers because it scores well for Best when you want something cinematic, high-signal, and easy to recommend. It also balances Character-led, polished, emotionally readable.
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Best for viewers who want a strong, confident pick with low regret.
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