** Raoul Peck’s new documentary *Orwell: 2 + 2 = 5* argues that George Orwell’s *1984* isn’t just a relic of Cold War-era fears about Soviet-style totalitarianism—it’s a chillingly accurate reflection of today’s world. The film draws unsettling parallels between Orwell’s dystopia and modern surveillance, propaganda, and thought control, suggesting we’re already living in a version of the nightmare Orwell warned us about.

What This Mean: ** If you’ve ever felt like truth itself is under assault—whether from social media algorithms, government overreach, or corporate data mining—this film will feel like a wake-up call. It’s not just about history; it’s about how power manipulates reality right now, and why that should scare us all.