The Carnival of Venice is more than a traditional ten-day celebration leading up to Lent. It’s a time of freedom to do whatever you please: gamble, flirt, insult people, commit indiscretions, or change sexes. Behind the protection and anonymity of a mask, you need never worry about the consequences. But how could a city that partied away one half of every year possibly survive?
Partner(s) : Doclab - France 5
Broadcaster(s) : France 5
Director(s) : Marco Visalberghi, Maurice Ribière
Author(s) : Marianne Jestaz, Audrey Ferrarese
Year : 2009
Duration : 52 minutes
