The Illusion Industry
صناعة الوهم
“"A visual manifesto challenging the viewer to reclaim the courage to think in a world drowning in manufactured shadows."”
Synopsis
"In an era where information flows faster than air, the truth is being besieged. 'The Illusion Industry' is a documentary film that deconstructs the sophisticated tactics of fake news and psychological warfare. From the streets of Iraq to the global digital stage, the film analyzes the 'Illusion of Truth' effect and 'Confirmation Bias,' supported by data from MIT and Oxford. It is a visual manifesto that challenges the viewer to reclaim the courage to think." The film serves as the practical cinematic component of the director's comprehensive academic research on digital deception, permanently archived and accessible via the [Zenodo Academic Repository](https://zenodo.org/records/20748757).
Release History & Theatrical Window
Official Selection - Lift-Off Global Network
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Zeki Yahya
- Screenplay & Story
- Zeki Yahya, Dr. Ekbal Al-Mumen
- Original Title
- صناعة الوهم
- Country of Origin
- Iraq
- Release Date
- 16/01/2026
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 8m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Zeki Yahya
Zeki Yahya, Dr. Ekbal Al-Mumen
Zeki Yahya
Zeki Yahya
Department Leadership Roster
Zeki Yahya
Director
Zeki Yahya
Producer
Zeki Yahya
Editor
Zeki Yahya
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Illusion Industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Illusion Industry
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Illusion Industry about?
"In an era where information flows faster than air, the truth is being besieged. 'The Illusion Industry' is a documentary film that deconstructs the sophisticated tactics of fake news and psychological warfare. From the streets of Iraq to the global digital stage, the film analyzes the 'Illusion of Truth' effect and 'Confirmation Bias,' supported by data from MIT and Oxford. It is a visual manifesto that challenges the viewer to reclaim the courage to think." The film serves as the practical cinematic component of the director's comprehensive academic research on digital deception, permanently archived and accessible via the [Zenodo Academic Repository](https://zenodo.org/records/20748757).
Who directed The Illusion Industry?
The Illusion Industry was directed by Zeki Yahya.
Who stars in The Illusion Industry?
The principal cast of The Illusion Industry includes Not specified.
When was The Illusion Industry released and how long is it?
The Illusion Industry was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 8m.