Challenging Tech Oligarchs
Filmmaker Alex Gibney challenges tech oligarchs with an expanded documentary about Elon Musk.
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Filmmaker Alex Gibney has created a nearly four-hour documentary called "Musk" to spark debate about billionaire power in America. Reuters reports the film tracks Elon Musk's rise from the dotcom era through his leadership of Tesla, SpaceX, and Twitter. Gibney expanded the documentary after Musk became a close adviser to President Donald Trump, hoping viewers will reclaim control from what he calls "tech oligarchs."
A Four-Hour Deep Dive Into Musk's Power
The documentary premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. Yahoo News reports it grew to nearly four hours as Gibney tracked Musk's journey across decades. The filmmaker started the project before Trump's second term but expanded it significantly after seeing Musk's influence on the incoming administration.
Gibney's Message: Citizens Must Act Now
Gibney told audiences the film aims to encourage people to reclaim power from tech oligarchs. US News covered his remarks at the Toronto festival, where he urged viewers to wake up to concentrated wealth and influence. The director believes documentaries can spark the conversations needed for change.
Musk Fires Back With Threats and Criticism
Musk has attacked the documentary on his platform X. He called "Musk" a "false film" and threatened legal action against Gibney. The billionaire's aggressive response reflects his control over media narratives and willingness to use his resources to silence critics—exactly the kind of power Gibney wants viewers to question.
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