Manufacturing Consent (film)

"Manufacturing Consent: Noam Chomsky and the Media" is a documentary that explores how mainstream media can shape public opinion by selectively presenting information. It features linguist and activist Noam Chomsky, who argues that media outlets often serve the interests of powerful corporations and governments, creating a consensus that supports existing power structures. The film illustrates how news stories are filtered through corporate and political biases, influencing what the public perceives as important. It encourages viewers to critically analyze media messages and recognize the underlying systems that influence information dissemination.