More than 30,000 people signed a petition against the censorship of a documentary that critiques Italy's political and moral decline over the past two decades.
“A campaign to wake Italy up”
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More than 30,000 people signed a petition against the censorship of a documentary that critiques Italy's political and moral decline over the past two decades.
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Synopsis
Bill Emmott narrates Girlfriend in a Coma, a documentary that critiques Italy's political decline over the past two decades. The film features interviews with prominent figures such as Mario Monti and Umberto Eco, who discuss the erosion of moral values and the rise of "Mala Italia." Animation by Phoebe Boswell connects historical themes from Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy to contemporary issues. Controversially, the film faced censorship in Italy, with its premiere moved to Teatro Eliseo in Rome on February 13, 2013.
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Why Watch
- Meet Bill Emmott, former editor of The Economist.
- See critiques of Silvio Berlusconi's government.
- Find out about Italy's moral decline through Dante's work.
Did You Know
- The film's title references a song by The Smiths from 1987.
- Bill Emmott's book, Good Italy, Bad Italy, inspired the documentary.
- Over 30,000 people signed a petition against the film's censorship in Italy.
- The documentary premiered in Italy on 13 February 2013 at Teatro Eliseo.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary Girlfriend in a Coma?
Girlfriend in a Coma was directed by Annalisa Piras.
What is the main theme of Girlfriend in a Coma?
The documentary addresses the decline of Italy and the moral and political issues contributing to this situation.
What was the controversy surrounding the premiere of Girlfriend in a Coma in Italy?
The Italian premiere was banned from the MAXXI National Museum due to the electoral campaign, leading to accusations of censorship by Bill Emmott.
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