CLEAN : Venezuelan film 'From Afar' wins Venice Golden Lion

CLEAN : Venezuelan film 'From Afar' wins Venice Golden Lion

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Arts

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the purpose of a film made to highlight social, economic, and political issues in Venezuela, which are shared with other Latin American countries. It emphasizes the cultural disconnection within the continent, making it difficult for neighboring countries to share films and cultural content. The speaker reflects on the peaceful conditions during filming in Turkey, which changed after receiving an invitation to Venice, coinciding with the collapse of a ceasefire between Kurdish groups and the government.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason the speaker made the film?

To entertain the audience

To address shared problems in Venezuela

To showcase beautiful landscapes

To win international awards

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which issue does the speaker highlight about Latin American countries?

They lack cultural connectivity

They have a strong cultural connection

They frequently exchange films

They have no political issues

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does the speaker mention about accessing films in Venezuela?

Films are not in Spanish

It's hard to see films from neighboring countries

There are no cinemas

Films are too expensive

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unexpected event occurred during the filming in Turkey?

The weather was unexpectedly warm

The film equipment was stolen

The film crew got lost

A ceasefire collapsed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker relate the situation in Turkey to their film?

The film was about a different topic

The film was set in Turkey

The film's themes mirrored the real-life situation

The film predicted the weather