The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism (2009)
Short film about how mainstream media simplify complex events and present them as "scattered terrible things happening everywhere, Oh Dear", leaving the public feeling powerless to do anything about them. Screened in the third episode of the first series of Charlie Brooker's Newswipe.
Director: Adam Curtis
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date: August 3, 2009
Cast
- Adam Curtis - Narrator (voice)
Screenplay
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism about?
- Short film about how mainstream media simplify complex events and present them as "scattered terrible things happening everywhere, Oh Dear", leaving the public feeling powerless to do anything about them. Screened in the third episode of the first series of Charlie Brooker's Newswipe.
- Who directed The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism?
- The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism was directed by Adam Curtis.
- Who stars in The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism?
- The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism stars Adam Curtis.
- How long is The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism?
- The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
- What genre is The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism?
- The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism produced?
- The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism was produced in United Kingdom.