Wow! After viewing the film I now know why my investments with Vanguard are doing so much better than the small account (and glad it is small) I have in a 401(k). Everyone should view this clip.
As to "Hyperbole", Webster says "exaggeration for effect: not meant to be taken literally". I think we should all take this literally and seriously. How can you exaggerate those number as they are REAL.
Call or write Washington and encourage our reps to get this under control. Make these people tell us the costs of the retirement plans so we can decide ourselves how we want OUR money invested.