Scenographies of Surveillance: The British Intelligence at Cinecittà.

The article discusses the historical context of Cinecittà, a movie studio in Rome, during World War II and its subsequent use as a British intelligence camp. The studio's unique architecture and technological capabilities made it an ideal location for surveillance operations, where high-profile Nazi...

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Publicado en:Discourse: Journal for Theoretical Studies in Media & Culture Vol. 46; no. 1; pp. 3 - 30
Autor principal: Steimatsky, Noa
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Wayne State University Press Winter2024
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Sumario:The article discusses the historical context of Cinecittà, a movie studio in Rome, during World War II and its subsequent use as a British intelligence camp. The studio's unique architecture and technological capabilities made it an ideal location for surveillance operations, where high-profile Nazi and Fascist officers were interrogated and monitored. The article delves into the scenographic aspects of the surveillance transcripts, highlighting the performative and theatrical dimensions of the interactions between the prisoners and the British intelligence officers. The author, Noa Steimatsky, provides a detailed analysis of the historical events that unfolded at Cinecittà, shedding light on the complex interplay between cinema, intelligence operations, and historical narratives.