Documentaries related to the Infomation war.

Disinformation (2013) is a documentary that delves into the covert world of Soviet disinformation campaigns during the Cold War and their lasting impact on global politics. The film is based on the experiences and revelations of Ion Mihai Pacepa, a former Romanian intelligence official who defected to the West in 1978. As the highest-ranking intelligence officer ever to defect from the Eastern Bloc, Pacepa provides an insider's perspective on how the Soviet Union used disinformation to manipulate public opinion, undermine Western governments, and sow discord worldwide.

Soviet Active Measures (1984) is a documentary that exposes the extensive and covert operations conducted by the Soviet Union during the Cold War, aimed at destabilizing and influencing other nations, particularly the United States and its allies. The term "active measures" refers to the various tactics used by the Soviet intelligence agencies, including disinformation, propaganda, political influence operations, and subversion.

The film delves into the methods employed by the KGB and other Soviet agencies to manipulate public opinion, spread false information, and create divisions within and between nations. It reveals how these operations were carefully crafted to undermine trust in Western governments, fuel internal conflicts, and promote Soviet ideological and geopolitical goals.

Through interviews with former intelligence officers, analysts, and experts, Soviet Active Measures provides an in-depth look at the strategies behind these covert activities and their impact on international relations. The documentary also explores specific case studies, including the use of front organizations, forged documents, and media manipulation to achieve Soviet objectives.

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Active Measures (2018) is a documentary that investigates the extensive and ongoing influence operations conducted by Russia, particularly focusing on its interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. The film examines how these "active measures," a term originally used to describe Soviet-era disinformation and subversion tactics, have been updated and employed by modern Russia under Vladimir Putin. 

The Great Hack (2019) is a Netflix documentary that delves into the Cambridge Analytica scandal and its far-reaching implications for privacy, democracy, and the digital age. The film explores how the data analytics firm Cambridge Analytica exploited personal data harvested from millions of Facebook users without their consent to influence voter behavior in political campaigns, including the 2016 U.S. presidential election and the Brexit referendum.

Against All Enemies is a 2023 documentary that explores the rise of far-right extremism and its growing influence within the U.S. military and law enforcement. The film delves into how these extremist ideologies have infiltrated these institutions, posing a significant threat to national security.

The documentary features interviews with experts, former military members, and law enforcement officials who discuss the dangers of radicalization and the challenges of identifying and addressing this internal threat. It also examines the impact of disinformation and propaganda in fueling extremist beliefs among those in positions of authority.

FULL INTERVIEW with ex-KGB Yuri Bezmenov: The Four Stages of Ideological Subversion (1984) is a revealing and insightful interview in which Yuri Bezmenov, a former KGB agent who defected to the West, outlines the Soviet strategy of ideological subversion and its impact on Western societies. Bezmenov, who once worked as a propagandist for the Soviet government, provides a detailed breakdown of the four stages of ideological subversion, a process designed to gradually weaken and destabilize a nation from within.

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HyperNormalisation (2016): Directed by Adam Curtis, this documentary examines the manipulation of reality in politics and society, focusing on how governments and corporations create simplified narratives to control the public. It covers the rise of the internet, the spread of propaganda, and the creation of fake news.

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Putin's Revenge (2017):  This PBS Frontline documentary provides an in-depth look at Russian President Vladimir Putin's rise to power and his use of information warfare to undermine the West. It explores the history of Russian disinformation campaigns, including the 2016 U.S. election interference.

The Century of the Self (2002): Another documentary by Adam Curtis, this series explores the history of how psychoanalysis, public relations, and advertising have been used to manipulate public opinion in the 20th century. It traces the evolution of propaganda and its role in shaping consumer and political behavior.

Terms and Conditions May Apply (2013): This documentary investigates how companies collect, store, and use personal data through online terms and conditions agreements. It highlights the implications of this data collection for privacy, surveillance, and control.

Agents of Chaos (2020): Directed by Alex Gibney, this two-part HBO documentary investigates Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. elections. It covers the tactics used by Russian operatives, including social media manipulation, hacking, and spreading disinformation.
 

People You May Know (2020): is a documentary that explores the political alliances between religious fundamentalists, oligarchs, and Cambridge Analytica’s shell companies, which have significantly shifted the balance of politics in the United States. The film follows Charles Kriel, a specialist advisor to the UK Parliament on disinformation, as he uncovers a powerful organization with ties to the White House.

All Governments Lie: Truth, Deception, and the Spirit of I.F. Stone (2016): This documentary explores the role of independent journalism in exposing government lies and holding power to account. It is inspired by the work of investigative journalist I.F. Stone.

 
Operation InfeKtion: How Russia Perfected the Art of War | NYT Opinion: 
is a documentary that explores the Soviet Union's disinformation campaign during the Cold War, specifically focusing on a false narrative claiming the U.S. created the HIV/AIDS virus. The documentary, produced by The New York Times, traces how this conspiracy theory was deliberately planted in various media outlets worldwide, using KGB tactics of spreading false information to sow distrust and confusion. It highlights how disinformation became a key tool in undermining governments and influencing public opinion, a practice that Russia continues to use in modern geopolitical conflicts, particularly in the digital age.