CLEAN : Mexican director Guillermo del Toro at AFI Festival with new film Pinocchio

The video explores a personal connection to Pinocchio, discussing themes of paternity and fascism. It emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge rather than teaching, and highlights puppetry as a cultural practice facing extinction. The narrative intertwines personal anecdotes with broader societal issues, aiming to provoke thought and reflection.

What personal connection does the narrator have with Pinocchio?

• They dislike the story of Pinocchio.

• They wrote a book about Pinocchio.

• They collected Pinocchio artifacts throughout their life.

• They acted in a Pinocchio movie.

What theme does the narrator explore in their story about fathers and sons?

• The beauty of nature

• The horror of fascism

• The joy of childhood

• The complexity of friendship

According to the narrator, what is humanity's recurring issue?

• Environmental pollution

• Fascism

• Economic inequality

• Technological advancement

What does the narrator believe about teaching and sharing?

• Teaching is more important than sharing.

• We are all in a position to share.

• Only experts should teach.

• Everyone is in a position to teach.

What unique perspective does the narrator bring to their puppet story?

• Puppets that are aware they are puppets

• Puppets that can talk

• Puppets that are controlled by children

• Puppets that are made of metal