The Tyranny of Control

The Tyranny of Control

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1980-01-18

Documentary

Runtime: 58 minutes

Government planning and detailed control of economic activity lessens productive innovation, and consumer choice. Good, better, best, are replaced by "approved" or "authorized." Friedman shows how "established" industries or methods, seek government protection or subsidization in their attempts to stop or limit product improvements which they don't control. Friedman visits India, Japan and U.S.

Featured Crew

Bob Chitester

Producer

David Filkin

Director