The Venice Film Festival, this magnificent and historic place that has hosted the best of cinema for years, has this year welcomed audiences with a feedback wall. This wall provides an opportunity for the general public to express their anger and dissatisfaction with the films they have seen. In a world of cinema that is heavily dependent on changing tastes, festivals serve as a means to present realities and affirm the quality of cinematic works.
Bitter Realities of Cinema
Filmmakers still struggle to reach the red carpets of Venice, Cannes, and Sundance, as they need objective evidence of the quality of their works. Prestigious awards, high ratings from critics, and long-lasting applause can all help prove the quality of a film. But does all of this truly mean a film is great?
Festivals need A-list beauties to attract attention and sponsors, which is why there is always a risk of becoming large advertising machines. In this space, any low-quality film can be recognized as a classroom, and any performance that is only superficial can become a masterpiece. This is a bitter reality that makes many audiences think.
The Voice of the People
The Venice feedback wall indicates that audiences are no longer content with just watching films. They demand their voice and do not want to be sidelined in the world of cinema. This means that filmmakers must pay more attention to the opinions and desires of the people. Perhaps this feedback is a way for Danny Boyle to return to the world of cinema and make another film about drugs, as this topic still seems to hold great appeal for audiences.
