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, Other

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The transcript discusses the purpose of a film, which is to highlight social, economic, and political issues in Venezuela and other Latin American countries. It emphasizes the cultural disconnection within the continent, making it difficult for neighboring countries to share cultural products like films. The speaker reflects on the shooting experience in Turkey, noting the irony of political unrest mirroring the film's themes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the film according to the speaker?

To entertain the audience

To make everyone like it

To initiate discussions on shared issues

To showcase Venezuelan culture

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which issue does the speaker highlight about cultural exchange in Latin America?

Language barriers

Overabundance of local films

Difficulty in accessing films from neighboring countries

Lack of interest in foreign films

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker find regrettable about the cultural situation in Latin America?

The abundance of cultural festivals

The lack of cultural connectivity

The dominance of American films

The high cost of film production

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event occurred after the film received an invitation to Venice?

The director received a new project

The film won an award

The ceasefire in Turkey collapsed

The film was banned

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker relate the film's themes to real-world events?

By highlighting similarities with current political situations

By comparing them to historical events

By discussing future predictions

By focusing on fictional narratives