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One of the most startling revelations from Dr. Matthew Alfred, an academic and author with a focus on the US entertainment and military-industrial complex, is the extent of CIA involvement in shaping Hollywood narratives. His research, supported by Freedom of Information Act requests spanning over a decade, uncovers evidence that the CIA and military branches frequently collaborate with film and television producers to influence content—sometimes even participating in script reviews, location approvals, and strategic messaging.