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The Mean World Syndrome (2010): Cast

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The Mean World Syndrome is a 2010 documentary directed by Jeremy Earp, starring George Gerbner. It runs 52 minutes.

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The Mean World Syndrome (2010) movie poster
Released
Runtime
52 min
Director
Jeremy Earp
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is The Mean World Syndrome About?

The premise of The Mean World Syndrome without spoilers.

Drawing on extensive interviews with cultivation theory pioneer George Gerbner conducted before his 2005 death, the documentary examines how repetitive, often violent media narratives shape a cultural environment that subtly influences viewers’ perception of the world. It moves beyond simplistic debates that either blame media for real‑world aggression or dismiss its impact, urging a nuanced understanding of media’s role in cultivating fear.

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Cast & crew

The Mean World Syndrome Cast

George Gerbner stars in The Mean World Syndrome. Directed by Jeremy Earp.

From the director

More from Jeremy Earp

More films directed by Jeremy Earp, best-rated first: Hijacking Catastrophe: 9/11, Fear & the Selling of American Empire, War Made Easy: How Presidents & Pundits Keep Spinning Us to Death, Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL and Digital Disconnect.

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The Mean World Syndrome FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Mean World Syndrome, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Mean World Syndrome?

The Mean World Syndrome runs 52 minutes.

When was The Mean World Syndrome released?

The Mean World Syndrome was released on July 1, 2010.

Who directed The Mean World Syndrome?

The Mean World Syndrome was directed by Jeremy Earp.

More films by Jeremy Earp

Who is in the cast of The Mean World Syndrome?

The Mean World Syndrome stars George Gerbner.

Does The Mean World Syndrome have a post-credit scene?

No. The Mean World Syndrome has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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