Sky Arte documentary '68 – Pop Revolution' examines Italy's 1968 student movement
The documentary series '68 – Pop Revolution' is set to debut on Sky Arte HD on May 25, delving into the transformations within Italian society during the late 1960s. The inaugural episode focuses on the student protests of 1966 in Pisa and Trento, where figures such as Mario Capanna, Marco Boato, and Guido Viale recount their experiences. It also emphasizes the impact of music from bands like the Beatles and Rolling Stones. Protests escalated, including an occupation at Milan's Catholic University, resulting in expulsions and widespread demonstrations. The following episode presents 1968 as part of a global protest movement, showcasing Marco Bellocchio's film 'Fists in the Pocket.' Tensions rose in Italy, highlighted by violent clashes with police at Rome's Valle Giulia, reflecting the youth's quest for freedom. The Sky Arte website is operated by Artribune.
Key facts
- '68 – Pop Revolution' airs on Sky Arte HD starting May 25.
- The documentary covers the Italian student movement of the late 1960s.
- First episode begins with 1966 occupations at Pisa and Trento universities.
- Student leaders Mario Capanna, Marco Boato, and Guido Viale are interviewed.
- Carlo Verdone and Toni Capuozzo also appear as cultural commentators.
- Musical groups mentioned: Beatles, Rolling Stones, Equipe84, Rokes.
- Second episode addresses global protests and cultural impact.
- Violent clash at Valle Giulia in Rome between police and students.
Entities
Artists
- Mario Capanna
- Marco Boato
- Guido Viale
- Carlo Verdone
- Toni Capuozzo
- Marco Bellocchio
- The Beatles
- The Rolling Stones
- Equipe84
- The Rokes
Institutions
- Sky Arte HD
- Artribune
- University of Pisa
- University of Trento
- Catholic University of Milan
Locations
- Italy
- Pisa
- Trento
- Milan
- Rome
- Valle Giulia
- United States
- China
- Prague