VOICED: Berlusconi critique to air at Venice film festival

Videocracy, a film by Erik Gandini, explores the influence of Italian TV on politics and culture, highlighting how populist channels have shaped society since the 1970s. The film critiques the power of media in Italy, where TV presence equates to existence. Despite its success in Sweden, the film faced challenges in Italy, with public broadcaster Rai refusing to air its trailer, citing it as a government attack.

What is the main theme of Erik Gandini's film 'Videocracy'?

• The rise of Italian cuisine

• The influence of Italian TV on politics

• The history of Italian cinema

• The economic growth of Italy

How did populist TV channels in the 1970s impact Italian society?

• They had no significant impact

• They influenced politics and press freedom

• They promoted traditional values

• They improved educational content

What supernatural quality is attributed to television in Italy according to the film?

• It has the power to influence politics and society

• It can control the weather

• It can predict the future

• It can heal the sick

What role did Marta Cal Fagner achieve in the Italian government?

• Minister of Health

• Minister of Education

• Minister of Finance

• Minister for Opportunity

Why did the public television network Rai refuse to air the trailer for 'Videocracy'?

• It was not suitable for children

• It was considered a direct attack on the government

• It was too long

• It was not in Italian