Kanye's Downfall: A New Documentary Reveals the Shocking Truth

2025-09-19 00:00:25.845

The question "What was Kanye West thinking?" has haunted observers since his dramatic shift toward right-wing nihilism. The new documentary, "In Whose Name?", attempts to answer this question using over 3,000 hours of footage, some never before seen. Director Nico Ballesteros's cinéma vérité approach provides intimate access to Ye (formerly Kanye West), showcasing his erratic behavior and controversial statements without added commentary. The film reveals Ye's self-assured worldview, his admission of bipolar disorder, and his explosive reactions to any dissent. His mental health becomes a weapon to justify his actions and disentangle himself from his business empire. The documentary shows his interactions with various figures, highlighting the hesitancy of many to confront his antisemitic and white supremacist views, with the exception of Swizz Beatz. The film also features tense moments with Kim Kardashian, revealing the strain on their relationship. Ye's persistent labeling of everyone as a capitalist puppet contrasts with the far-right's embrace of him. The documentary concludes with a poignant reflection on Ye's past as a pop star, leaving viewers frustrated with the lack of definitive answers about his downfall. "In Whose Name?" is out in US cinemas on September 19th.