The Smile Of The Leader (2011)
Using astounding footage from the Luce archives (newsreels, but also true films) Il sorriso del capo/The Smile of the Leader shows how propaganda works, presents everyday life in its most revealing details, and describes a country's "education". Marco Bechis explores the feeling of consensus: he tells us where it originates, what tools are used to spread it, how it is opposed. The thread running through the film is a voice, enigmatic until the end, narrating in the first person what it is like to grow up under fascism.
Director: Marco Bechis
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 75 min
Release Date: November 27, 2011
Original Language: it
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Smile Of The Leader about?
- Using astounding footage from the Luce archives (newsreels, but also true films) Il sorriso del capo/The Smile of the Leader shows how propaganda works, presents everyday life in its most revealing details, and describes a country's "education". Marco Bechis explores the feeling of consensus: he tells us where it originates, what tools are used to spread it, how it is opposed. The thread running through the film is a voice, enigmatic until the end, narrating in the first person what it is like to grow up under fascism.
- Who directed The Smile Of The Leader?
- The Smile Of The Leader was directed by Marco Bechis.
- How long is The Smile Of The Leader?
- The Smile Of The Leader has a runtime of 1h 15m (75 minutes).
- What genre is The Smile Of The Leader?
- The Smile Of The Leader is a Documentary, History film.