The documentary examines the connection between the use of shock therapy to alter human behavior and the economic policies of the Chicago School, which were implemented in various countries, including Chile, Argentina, Russia, and Iraq. The film reveals how these policies, often disguised as necessary measures to combat perceived threats, have consistently led to a concentration of wealth and power among the elite, while devastating the lives of ordinary people.
The Shock Doctrine
Neoliberal capitalism exploits and capitalizes on catastrophic events like natural disasters, wars, and terror attacks to further entrench its grip on society.