Dystopian Comedy Explores The Consequences Of Declining Intelligence

Idiocracy: A Satirical Warning from the Future

Dystopian Comedy Explores the Consequences of Declining Intelligence

Idiocracy, a satirical comedy film by Mike Judge, explores the hypothetical future consequences of declining intelligence. The film follows the story of Private Joe Bauers, an average American who is selected by the Pentagon for a top-secret hibernation program set 1,000 years in the future.

A Bleak Vision of the Future

Upon awakening from his slumber, Joe discovers a dystopian society where intelligence has plummeted. Politicians are elected based on their celebrity status and junk food has become the primary source of sustenance. Joe's average IQ of 90 places him in the top 1% of the population, making him an object of both awe and ridicule.

A Cautionary Tale

Idiocracy serves as a cautionary tale about the potential consequences of allowing society's values and education system to deteriorate. The film's over-the-top humor highlights the absurd extremes that a world without critical thinking and innovation could lead to.

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Idiocracy is currently available to rent, purchase, or stream via subscription on AMC on Demand, Microsoft Store, and Apple iTunes.