The documentary Hypernormalization2016 (released in 2017) showed how political theater can be created. Filmmaker Adam Curtis used Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump as prime examples.

At the time, I didn't think Mr. Trump was smart enough to write this theater. But now, I am starting to see the light. Right now, he is antagonizing the political left to do something stupid.

Meidum contributor William Mersey has little stories in all sorts of worlds. One world is being an extra on many movie sets. He has connections in the NY acting world. He said that the fans of the famous escalator ride were well paid actors.