Network 1976 Film
In this video, I analyze themes from the 1976 satire/black comedy 'Network' directed by Sydney Lumet, written by Paddy Chayefsky, and starring Peter Finch, Faye Dunaway, William Holden, Robert Duvall, and Beatrice Straight. The film is about a television station that gets a ratings boost after 1 of its anchors tells his audience that he is going to commit suicide on live television. Incredibly, the film won Academy Awards in 3 acting categories (Best Actor: Peter Finch; Best Actress: Faye Dunaway; and Best Supporting Actress: Beatrice Straight). The film also earned an award for Paddy Chayefsky's script. This film is prophetic and more relevant today than when it was made. One of the great films ever!
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