
Controlling Interest
“The Growth of Conglomerates and Their Influence on Global Affairs”
Synopsis
The first account on film of the growth of multinational corporations, their impact on people at home and abroad, and their influence on U.S. foreign policy. This is the film that helped kick-off the anti-globalization movement. Upon release, it quickly became a standard "audio-visual text" for those concerned about the growing impact of multinational corporations on global affairs. The film examines how the ever-increasing concentration and velocity of capital affect employment in the U.S., shape patterns of development in the Third World, and influence our nation's foreign policy.
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January 1, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Larry Adelman
- Original Title
- Controlling Interest
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Portuguese, Spanish
- Runtime
- 46m
- Production Studios
- California Newsreel
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Larry Adelman
Bruce Schmeichen
Larry Adelman, Bruce Schmeichen
Department Leadership Roster
Larry Adelman
Director
Larry Adelman
Producer
Bruce Schmeichen
Producer
Bruce Schmeichen
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Controlling Interest
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What is Controlling Interest about?
The first account on film of the growth of multinational corporations, their impact on people at home and abroad, and their influence on U.S. foreign policy. This is the film that helped kick-off the anti-globalization movement. Upon release, it quickly became a standard "audio-visual text" for those concerned about the growing impact of multinational corporations on global affairs. The film examines how the ever-increasing concentration and velocity of capital affect employment in the U.S., shape patterns of development in the Third World, and influence our nation's foreign policy.
Who directed Controlling Interest?
Controlling Interest was directed by Larry Adelman.
Who stars in Controlling Interest?
The principal cast of Controlling Interest includes Philip Agee, George Ball.
When was Controlling Interest released and how long is it?
Controlling Interest was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 46m.



















