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Media Bias and Propaganda

A recurring theme is the accusation that critics and media outlets are engaging in dishonest framing—what some call "lying by structure." For instance, reviewers selectively praise film elements like acting and budget but ultimately dismiss the movie as a "fantasy" or propaganda. Critics argue that allegations about the film being a superficial or propagandistic piece are unfounded, especially considering that the movie features actual footage of real busts of traffickers, making it highly documentary-like.