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'Leave The World Behind': Obama-Produced Netflix Thriller Sparks Viewer Speculation

Director Sam Esmail confirms former president's involvement in the film, leading to theories about its potential real-world implications.

  • Netflix's new apocalyptic thriller, 'Leave The World Behind', produced by Barack and Michelle Obama, has sparked widespread discussion and speculation among viewers.
  • The film, based on Rumaan Alam's 2020 novel, portrays a family vacation interrupted by a mysterious blackout and technology glitches, leading to various theories about the cause.
  • Director Sam Esmail confirmed Barack Obama's involvement as a producer, stating that the former president provided notes on the script, particularly on how events might unfold in reality.
  • Some viewers interpret the movie as a veiled warning from the Obamas about the potential impact of a cyberattack on the country, while others dismiss this as conspiracy theory.
  • Despite the controversy and speculation, no plans for a sequel to 'Leave The World Behind' have been announced by Netflix.
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