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Despotism (1946)
Released after WWII, this amazing film illustrates the thesis that all communities can be ranged on a scale running from democracy to despotism. The two chief characteristics of despotism -- restricted respect and concentrated power -- are defined and illustrated. Don't be surprised if today's modern democracies don't fare so well when measured against this film...