After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News

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Overview

An investigation into the ongoing threat caused by the phenomenon of “fake news” in the U.S., focusing on the real-life consequences that disinformation, conspiracy theories and false news stories have on the average citizen.

Cast: Jack Burkman, Elizabeth Williamson, Molly McKew, Troy Michalik, Brian Schatz

Director: Andrew Rossi

Genres: Documentary

Cast

Jack Burkman

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Elizabeth Williamson

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Molly McKew

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Troy Michalik

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Brian Schatz

Self (archive footage)

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