Unveiling the Dark Secrets of MKUltra: David Chase's New Limited Series
David Chase, the creator of The Sopranos, is working on a new limited series for HBO called Project: MKUltra. The series is based on the non-fiction book Project Mind Control: Sidney Gottlieb, the CIA, and the Tragedy of MKUltra by John Lisle. It will focus on Sidney Gottlieb, a chemist and spymaster known as The Black Sorcerer, who led the CIA's MKUltra Psychedelic program during the Cold War. The program involved dangerous mind control experiments using psychedelic drugs, hypnosis, and torture on subjects without their consent.
Chase, along with Nicole Lambert, is executive producing Project: MKUltra for Riverain Pictures, his production company with HBO. The series will delve into the covert MKUltra program operated by the CIA in the 1950s and '60s, aiming to counter brainwashing techniques from the Soviet Union and China. The show will explore the ethical and moral implications of these experiments and their impact on society.
David Chase is a seven-time Emmy winner, best known for his work on The Sopranos. Since the conclusion of the iconic mob drama, he has ventured into feature films, including Not Fade Away and The Many Saints Of Newark. Chase's return to television with Project: MKUltra promises to be a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of a dark chapter in history.
In addition to his work on Project: MKUltra, Chase has an upcoming indie movie in the works and a script that inspired an untitled witness protection pilot for FX. His creative endeavors continue to captivate audiences with their unique storytelling and complex characters. Stay tuned for more updates on Project: MKUltra and David Chase's future projects.