The Reagans

A measured, eye-opening documentary that peels back the polished myth of a presidency, revealing the calculated power beneath the image.

Created by

Matt Tyrnauer

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Ronald Reagan, Nancy Reagan, Ron Reagan

Tagline

Control the myth and you control the masses.

Overview

A four-part documentary series that explores the many surprisingly unexamined aspects of the Reagan White House, and how Nancy Reagan's paper-doll image was at odds with the power she ultimately wielded throughout her husband's presidency.

How it feels

Satirical, cynical, earnest and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Power, media, politics, identity

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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