It sounds like you’re looking for an exploration or development of the concept “Mind Control Theatre” as a feature—whether a film, a stage play, a TV series episode, or a game feature.
Allow players to move and attack if it makes sense in the narrative, rather than arguing over a 5-foot discrepancy. Use Visuals for Tone: Mind Control Theatre
Social Conditioning: Narratives that examine how environments and societal pressures can subtly mold individual choices. It sounds like you’re looking for an exploration
There was no ticket taker. There was only the smell—stale popcorn mixed with the metallic tang of ozone. Free will as a performance
"Mind Control Theatre" refers broadly to theatrical practices that use psychological influence, suggestion, and immersive techniques to shape audience perception and behavior. It spans historical ritual, avant-garde performance, immersive/interactive theatre, and contemporary practices incorporating technology and social engineering. Key concerns include consent, manipulation vs. influence, and ethical limits.