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85 minNRdocumentaryWorth an evening
6.5/ 10(49 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

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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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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Italian politicsMedia influenceCelebrity culture
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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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