Una tremenda sátira sobre el mundo televisivo, donde lo único que importa son las audiencias y se hace cualquier cosa por conseguir la máxima posible. Con buenísimas interpretaciones y con unas ideas frescas y con mucha maldad, tenemos 3 subtramas distintas: la del presentador venido a menos al que se le ha ido la cabeza y se ha convertido en ídolo de masas por la manera de decir las cosas claras y sin dejar títere con cabeza por un lado, la de la encargada que siempre quiere ir más allá proponiendo ideas que superan lo peligroso, y además va subiendo de escalafón llevándose por delante incluso a sus ídolos, y por último la propia relación personal de esa misma mujer y el hombre a quien idolatra, cuyas conversaciones son yuxtaposiciones del mundo televisivo llevado a la relación sentimental, dando lugar a diálogos tremendamente buenos. Una película distinta, rompedora y muy interesante, donde, sin necesidad de grandes escenarios (la mayor parte de las escenas transcurre en oficinas básicas), solo con buenas ideas y una crítica bestial a todo lo que el mundo televisivo representa, consiguen dejarte la sensación de haber visto algo genial.

Director: Sidney Lumet Starring: Peter Finch, William Holden, Faye Dunaway Story: After being told he will be forced to retire from his job of 25 years, Veteran anchorman announces that he will kill himself on live television. When ratings spike, the network rethink their decision to make him leave Pros: - Incredible performances (especially from Finch) - Really well shot- as the film goes on, the shooting style becomes more and more stilted and television-esque, as if the corruption in the story has begun to affect it too - Darkly funny - Really smart, and sadly still relevant, societal commentary - Excellent pacing - A few wonderful monologues Cons: - Sometimes feels a bit too theatrical - The love story subplot feels forced. While they find their footing with it towards the end, at the beginning, it really doesn’t fit in

"Network," directed by Sidney Lumet in 1976, is a biting satire of television journalism and corporate media. The film centers on Howard Beale, a news anchor played by Peter Finch, who, facing termination, threatens to commit suicide on air. This outburst transforms him into a media sensation, exploited by Diana Christensen (Faye Dunaway), a programming executive who sees Beale's breakdown as a ratings opportunity. William Holden portrays Max Schumacher, torn between loyalty to Beale and attraction to Diana. Paddy Chayefsky's screenplay sharply critiques media manipulation and the convergence of news and entertainment. Lumet's direction is dynamic, using innovative techniques to amplify the film's critique of modern media. "Network" remains a timeless classic for its incisive social commentary, memorable performances, and enduring relevance.