Beyond Citizen Kane
Brazilian TV journalist Roberto Marinho, founder of the colossal media empire Rede Globo, becomes the subject of a gripping documentary exposé. The film traces his ascent from a modest reporter to the nation's most powerful media mogul, whose network of television channels and newspapers shapes the worldview of millions. Drawing a deliberate parallel with a titan of cinematic lore, the documentary interrogates the price of power and the responsibility borne by those who control the information flow in a fledgling democracy.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1993 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Simon Hartog |
| Runtime | 93 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.7/10 (31 votes) |
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This is a chilling anatomy of power, demonstrating how media narratives can be engineered to shape a nation's destiny. The documentary's strength lies in its compelling assembly of evidence, presenting a case that is both specific to Brazil and universally resonant about media monopolies.
What lingers after the credits roll is a profound skepticism toward the stories we are told and a recognition of the thin line between information and control. A vital, cautionary tale for any media consumer. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Simon Hartog
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Urgent investigative tone, a sense of uncovering buried truths.
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