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The Corporation

The corporation as psychopath...

2003 · 2h 25m · Not Rated Documentary
Directed by Mark Achbar , Jennifer Abbott

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Since the late 18th century American legal decision that the business corporation organizational model is legally a person, it has become a dominant economic, political and social force around the globe. This film takes an in-depth psychological examination of the organization model through various case studies. What the study illustrates is that in the its behaviour, this type of "person" typically acts like a dangerously destructive psychopath without conscience. Furthermore, we see the profound threat this psychopath has for our world and our future, but also how the people with courage, intelligence and determination can do to stop it.

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89%
Tomatometer
Fresh

A history lesson, a warning shot and damning personality profile, all backed up with expert interviews.

Roger Moore, Orlando Sentinel
Fresh

Carries a powerful, albeit not new, message. It is frightening.

Marta Barber, Miami Herald
Fresh

The rare movie that sets out to alter the audience's consciousness -- and succeeds.

Eric Harrison, Houston Chronicle
Rotten

This documentary's extra-long running time and a narrator who sounds like a sedated Star Trek computer won't win many converts.

Bill Muller, Arizona Republic
Fresh

This is a movie that will make you think.

Bob Longino, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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