The Smile of the Leader
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.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Il sorriso del capo |
| Year | 2011 |
| Director | Marco Bechis |
| Runtime | 75 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.8/10 (7 votes) |
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The Smile of the Leader has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.8/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A 2011 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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