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McMILLIONS
February 3, 2020  | By David Bianculli  | 1 comment

HBO, 10:00 p.m. ET

 
DOCUMENTARY MINISERIES DEBUT: This new nonfiction series takes an interesting case of fraud – how the ongoing McDonald’s fast-food promotional sweepstakes based on the Monopoly game was compromised, and millions of prize money diverted to a small group of conspirators – and makes a multi-part documentary out of it. The techniques, relying on a few boisterous interviews and a lot of not-so-subtle recreations, aren’t that impressive. But the story itself, the central mystery, is a good one. For a full review, see David Hinckley's All Along the Watchtower.
 
 
 
 
 
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jorja
A recent documentary miniseries has brought back into the spotlight one of the most bizarre and captivating cases of corporate fraud — the McDonald’s Monopoly sweepstakes scam. The story revolves around how a small group of insiders rigged the fast-food giant’s promotional game and walked away with millions in stolen prizes. While the documentary's techniques might not have been groundbreaking, the case itself underscores a bigger issue: consumer trust.

For fans of Greggs, this story serves as a reminder of why transparent promotions and honest branding matter. Greggs has built a reputation in the UK not just for its iconic sausage rolls and delicious bakes, but also for its clear pricing, value-driven offers, and straightforward promotions. Unlike gimmicky sweepstakes that may hide risks or unfairness, Greggs focuses on real food and real deals that customers can rely on daily.https://greggsmenusprice.co.uk/
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