The turn away from climate change alarmism by people with public megaphones tracks a pragmatic turn in public opinion at large.

From Egypt’s state-controlled studios to Hollywood screenings, the auteur traces the inspirations, the rise of propaganda and the personal stakes of telling stories that challenge the powerful.

Ireland was accused of not sending a decent song to Eurovision for the past quarter of a century as the contest was rocked by a boycott over Israel’s involvement. Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and ...