The Selling of the Pentagon

This Emmy Award-winning documentary exposed the U.S. Department of Defense's extensive public relations and propaganda efforts. It revealed how the military was spending millions of taxpayer dollars to influence public opinion and promote its image, often through questionable means. The film sparked significant controversy and debate over military spending and media transparency. It aimed to uncover the hidden influence of the Department of Defense on American society and policy.

The documentary was met with widespread critical acclaim for its investigative journalism and courageous exposé of military propaganda. It was lauded for its thorough research and impactful presentation, though it also faced significant opposition and attempts at suppression from the Department of Defense. The film is considered a landmark in investigative documentary filmmaking and highlighted the importance of media scrutiny.

• Praised for its groundbreaking investigative journalism into military PR.

• Criticized by the Pentagon, highlighting its controversial and impactful nature.

• Considered a significant moment in documentary filmmaking and media accountability.

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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Program Achievement in the Field of Public Affairs (1971).

The documentary faced immense pressure from the Nixon administration and the Department of Defense, with attempts made to block its broadcast and seize the film's outtakes.