The director Dimitri Kozma show us a mix of black humor with extreme movie. A critical, controversial, politically incorrect and cynical vision about the medium and the vehicles of mass communication. The elements of horror and extreme realism are mixed with irony and humor, causing some discomfort and reflection.

The popular tabloid TV show called "The People Under Siege" is a sad picture of the reality of the mass media in Brazil (and in the rest of world). The violent images are strong in contrast with the show with a ironic TV host. 

Strong criticism of the sensationalism of the yellow press, sacrificing ethics, manipulates people's minds, to make money. The fiction presented in this film hits mainly for reminding us that this is unfortunately a sad picture of reality.

Portuguese-language cinema, spanning Portugal, Brazil, and other Lusophone regions, focuses on history, cultural identity, and the struggles of ordinary people, often framed with poetic or allegorical storytelling. In Portugal, cinema has emphasized meditative pacing and philosophical depth, reflecting on memory and tradition. In Brazil, it has often been politically charged and socially vibrant, highlighting inequality and resilience while experimenting with popular and avant-garde forms.

Alexandre Rodrigues in City of God (2002)

The comedy genre refers to a category of entertainment that aims to amuse and entertain audiences by using humor, wit, and comedic situations. Comedies are created with the primary intention of eliciting laughter and providing lighthearted enjoyment. They encompass a wide range of styles, tones, and themes, appealing to various tastes and audiences.

Will Ferrell, Angela Grillo, and Lap-Gei Cheung in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004)

The crime genre features criminal activities, investigations, law enforcement, crimes, and the pursuit of justice. Crime stories often revolve around the planning, execution, and consequences of criminal acts, as well as the efforts to solve and prevent such acts. They explore various aspects of criminal behavior, motives, and the moral dilemmas faced by both perpetrators and those seeking to uphold the law.

James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, Sharon Angela, Max Casella, Dan Grimaldi, Joe Perrino, Donna Pescow, Jamie Lynn Sigler, Tony Sirico, and Michael Drayer in The Sopranos (1999)

The horror genre features stories that aim to elicit fear, suspense, and a sense of dread in its audience. Horror stories often explore themes related to the unknown, the supernatural, and the macabre, and they frequently evoke strong emotional reactions such as anxiety, terror, and unease.

The short form refers to creative works characterized by their brevity and concise storytelling. Unlike full-length feature films, short films have a running time of less than 45 minutes, while TV shorts have a running time of less than 22 minutes.

Benedict Cumberbatch in The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (2023)

The popular tabloid TV show "The People Under Siege", presents powerful images of rape, violence and death of a young socialite, model and actress, who was kidnapped by two sadists to produce a snuff film.

Elaine Thrash Oliveira in Horário nobre ou banquete para urubus (2012)

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