Alex Garland reveals how Civil War is partly autobiographical

Alex Garlands latest film Civil War is unsettling even in its premise maybe because of how real it feels. Set in a dystopian future America, the film follows a team of journalists who travel across the country during a rapidly escalating Second American Civil War. Alex sits down with Tom Power in studio for a conversation about what inspired the film, his feelings on journalism and media, and why Civil War is not just a warning about conflict, but the loss of a collective truth. Follow and subscribe to our podcast: Q with Tom Power is a daily conversation with the artists, writers, actors and musicians who define this cultural moment in time. The conversation is informal, wideranging, playful, and allows the artist to explore their art and the contexts that have shaped them through their career. Visit for more Follow us on Instagram: Or Twitter: Or Facebook: