By — William Brangham William Brangham By — Andrew Corkery Andrew Corkery Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/documentary-argues-george-orwells-greatest-fears-are-materializing Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio George Orwell's writings warning of the dangers of totalitarian and authoritarian states gave the English language the term "Orwellian." A new documentary called "Orwell: 2+2=5” argues that Orwell's greatest fears are coming true. William Brangham talked with director Raoul Peck about his new film, which is in theaters nationwide. Listen to this Segment Watch Watch the Full Episode PBS NewsHour from Oct 12, 2025 By — William Brangham William Brangham William Brangham is an award-winning correspondent, producer, and substitute anchor for the PBS News Hour. @WmBrangham By — Andrew Corkery Andrew Corkery Andrew Corkery is a national affairs producer at PBS News Weekend.