Film · 1964 · 10m

Giocattoli

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Synopsis

A sophisticated visual essay that delves into the "ambiguously fascinating world of toys", drawing direct inspiration from the semiotic theories of Roland Barthes, the work approaches childhood objects not merely as playthings, but as a dense microcosm of cultural meanings and social constructs. Originally presented within the "Woman’s Gaze" section of the Kinomata showcase, Faloja’s lens acts as an analytical tool, peeling back the layers of everyday symbols to reveal the ideologies embedded in domestic life. It is an intellectual and cinematic reflection on language, education, and the subtle ways in which our material world shapes human behavior.

Details

Director
Paola Faloja
Release
January 1, 1964
Status
Released
Runtime
10m

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