

90% of Italy's television channels are controlled by Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, shaping a culture focused on fame and superficial entertainment.
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90% of Italy's television channels are controlled by Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, shaping a culture focused on fame and superficial entertainment.
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Ricky, a young mechanic, dreams of stardom in Italy's television world, where Silvio Berlusconi wields significant influence. Berlusconi controls 90% of the country's TV channels through his Mediaset empire. The documentary features TV agent Lele Mora, who compares Berlusconi to Benito Mussolini. Paparazzo Fabrizio Corona, known for his scandalous photos, claims to be a modern Robin Hood. As the film unfolds, it reveals how Berlusconi's media dominance shapes Italian culture and public perception.
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Why Watch
- See how Berlusconi shaped Italian media culture.
- Meet Ricky, a mechanic chasing TV stardom.
- Find out why the film's trailer was banned in Italy.
Did You Know
- Videocracy premiered at the 66th Venice International Film Festival in 2009.
- The film opened in 90 theaters across Italy on September 4, 2009.
- Erik Gandini coined the term 'The Evilness of Banality' in this film.
- Videocracy won awards at the Toronto International Film Festival and Sheffield Doc/Fest.
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Who directed the documentary Videocracy?
Videocracy was directed by Swedish-Italian Erik Gandini.
What awards did Videocracy win?
Videocracy won awards at the Toronto International Film Festival, Sheffield Doc/Fest, the Golden Graal awards, and the Tempo Documentary Award of 2010.
What was the box office ranking of Videocracy in Italy during its opening weekend?
Videocracy came in 4th in box office rankings in Italy during its opening weekend.
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