Programming the Nation? (2011)

Plot

"Programming the Nation?" provides a comprehensive exploration of subliminal messaging's impact throughout American history. Experts suggest that since the late 1950s, subliminal techniques have been tested across various media platforms, with notable Hollywood figures like Alfred Hitchcock and William Friedkin involved. The film also raises concerns about military applications of these tactics during the "war on terror," affecting both troops and civilians. Through compelling footage, insightful interviews, light-hearted stories, and striking visuals, director Jeff Warrick investigates whether these covert strategies have truly influenced national consciousness or if they are merely urban legends.