The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism
Synopsis
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.
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- Director
- Adam Curtis
- Screenplay & Story
- Adam Curtis
- Original Title
- The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- BBC
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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 principal cast of The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism includes Adam Curtis.
When was The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism released and how long is it?
The Rise of “Oh Dear”-ism was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 7m.