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In 'Dicktatorship', filmmakers Luca Ragazzi and Gustav Hofer examine the roots of sexism in Italy by analyzing the influence of historical figures like Silvio Berlusconi, Benito Mussolini, and Giacomo Casanova. The documentary presents a cultural critique of how these figures have shaped contemporary gender roles and societal attitudes towards masculinity and power in Italy.
The film also shows Italy's unique linguistic characteristic, featuring 887 different words for 'penis'. This aspect serves as a lens through which the filmmakers investigate the ongoing impact of these historical legacies on modern perceptions of sexism in Italian society, using interviews and research to support their analysis.
Why Watch
- •See how Mussolini shaped modern Italian masculinity.
- •Find out why Italy has 887 words for 'penis'.
- •Meet influential figures like Berlusconi and Casanova.
Did You Know
•Italy has 887 different words for 'penis'.
•Silvio Berlusconi and Benito Mussolini are key figures in the film.
•The film was directed by Luca Ragazzi and Gustav Hofer in 2019.
Perfect For
Italian cultural studiesGender studiesPolitical history