Stanley was the best choice–
he knew how to frame a shot
with staging and lighting that 
gave sweep and power to 
the scene

propaganda films had been
around since 1898, but 
this one must be perfect–
the planning was thorough,
with military oversight
and
threats of what would happen
if the shoot failed

it succeeded–
for a time–
it was inevitable
that people would figure 
it out, eventually

the first domino
would fall and 
the Kingdom of Lies
would begin to be 
visible, behind the 
veil

Solution: create
technology to make
convincing videos,
in full color, high-definition 
picture and sound
that are completely fake,
but that promote
The Lie

After all, some
refuse to believe
in God because they
haven’t seen Him,
yet believe, with all their heart, that 
Brad Pitt exists, and they ain’t
seen him either–
sounds ridiculous?

easy pickings

it’s all part of the plan–
trust what we place
in front of your eyes,
rather than yourself,
your family, your neighbors

stay in line and
stay quiet and remain
obedient–
the military oversight
never ended