Discussing "Network" at 50

About this episode

The episode discusses the legacy of Sidney Lumet's film 'Network' as it enters The Criterion Collection, exploring its relevance to contemporary media.

A few months ago, we discussed three films about the press speaking truth to power. What happens when the powerful pervert media for profits? As it enters The Criterion Collection this week, Sidney Lumet's satirical look at television news- 1976's "Network" - feels like a documentary of the times we live in now. Joining me to discuss the legacy of this film is Jason from Binge Movies and The Slashers and Joan Amenn from In Their Own League . I hope you enjoy!

People in this episode

Host: Brian Skutle

Guests: Jason, Joan Amenn

Topics covered

• media
• television
• satire
• press
• film legacy

Keywords

• Network
• Sidney Lumet
• television news
• media manipulation
• press freedom

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Criterion Collection

Books & works: Network

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