Wag the Dog, political brilliance
Wag the Dog is a brilliant political satire that feels incredibly relevant even today. The plot kicks off just days before a major presidential election when a massive scandal threatens to ruin the current administration. To fix the situation, a top political strategist brings in a flashy Hollywood producer to create a completely fake war to distract the media and the public. Watching them brainstorm and execute this massive illusion is both hilarious and slightly terrifying, especially when you see […]
