VOICED: Cannes Spotlight: Political controversy on the red carpet

VOICED: Cannes Spotlight: Political controversy on the red carpet

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Interactive Video

Social Studies

10th Grade - University

Hard

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The video discusses three films that challenge censorship and explore sensitive topics. Chinese director Lu Ya's films, including 'Spring Fever', defy Chinese censorship with themes like the Tiananmen Square protests and homosexuality. Iranian director Barman Gabardi's film 'No One Knows About Persian Cats' highlights music censorship in Iran, featuring real musicians performing underground. A Rwandan documentary examines the reconciliation process between victims and perpetrators of the genocide, showcasing the Cannes Film Festival's focus on serious themes beyond glamour.

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Describe the themes explored in the film 'Spring Fever'.

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What does the Cannes Film Festival represent beyond glitz and glamour according to the text?

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