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PANORAMA – SCIENTOLOGY AND ME

By Film Threat Staff | May 17, 2007

This is the full controversial episode of BBC’s Panorama focusing on the Church of Scientology. Discussed across the internet due to Panorama reporter John Sweeney’s eventual onscreen meltdown, the episode is an interesting exploration of not only Scientology, but also documentarian tactics and the possible dangers of journalism. Was Sweeney’s eventual breakdown and antagonistic behavior due to constant harassment from Scientology agents? Did Sweeney instigate the problems by constantly referring to Scientology as a “cult”? In the end, do we get a fair and balanced view of either Scientology or Panorama? Watch and decide for yourself…

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