Parlement TV Series Overview
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What inspired the creation of the comedy series 'Parlement'?

  • The British politicians in Brussels office
  • The Union Jack and European flag dancing scene
  • The French screenwriter's childhood near the European parliament
  • The complexity of the European institutions (correct)

    • Who is Samy in the show 'Parlement'?

  • A member of the fisheries committee
  • A political naïf arriving in Brussels (correct)
  • An experienced MEP from Germany
  • A seasoned politician from France

    • What characterizes Michel Specklin, Samy's boss in 'Parlement'?

  • An enthusiastic advocate for EU policies
  • A feckless French MEP avoiding work (correct)
  • A comedian performing stand-up in the office
  • A hardworking MEP from an extreme party

    • Why does the text mention Samy as a 'political naïf'?

    <p>Due to his lack of knowledge about the EU</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In 'Parlement', what is Michel Specklin's reaction when asked to make a speech at the fisheries committee?

    <p>He runs away from the committee room</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Parlement' is a comedy series that gives viewers a glimpse into which institution?

    <p>European Parliament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what would a viewer unfamiliar with EU politics likely conclude about the European parliament?

    <p>It is a chaotic institution where incompetent or nationalistic individuals stir up trouble without clear aims</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the passage describe the character of Samy?

    <p>Samy is portrayed as discovering his conviction for the unpopular cause of sharks during the season</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the view of the co-writers regarding the portrayal of the EU institutions in the show?

    <p>The co-writers believe that the show portrays the EU institutions as being ignored, which is ultimately leading to their downfall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the characters in the show is true, according to the passage?

    <p>All the characters are portrayed as having both positive and negative traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the ultimate goal of the co-writers in portraying the EU institutions in the show?

    <p>To show that the EU institutions are human, with both positive and negative traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central theme of the TV show Parlement?

    <p>The bureaucratic processes and compromises involved in EU policymaking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the tone of the comedy in Parlement compared to shows like The Thick of It?

    <p>Gentler and less confrontational than The Thick of It</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the character of Sharon Redlion portrayed in the show?

    <p>As a caricature of a Brexiteer MEP with unrealistic solutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the article, why has British comedy not seized on the subject of Brexit?

    <p>The subject was considered too divisive to joke about</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the character of Torsten, the German assistant, represent?

    <p>The bureaucratic and regulatory aspects of the EU</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the article suggest about the portrayal of Eurosceptic clichés in Parlement?

    <p>The show indulges in Eurosceptic clichés, causing concern among some EU officials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the show portray the character based on EU competition commissioner Margrethe Vestager?

    <p>As a charismatic and popular figure among young assistants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the article, what helped galvanize interest in the Parlement project?

    <p>The Greek debt crisis and its impact on the EU</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the article suggest about the lack of a tradition of political comedy in France?

    <p>It made Parlement a difficult sell to French TV networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central conflict depicted in Parlement, according to the show's creator Debré?

    <p>The lack of conflict and the emphasis on compromise within the EU</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Samy's role in the show 'Parlement'?

    <p>He is a newcomer to Brussels who knows little about the EU.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Michel Specklin, Samy's boss, portrayed in the show?

    <p>As a feckless MEP who avoids work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central premise of the comedy series 'Parlement'?

    <p>It satirizes the complex bureaucracy of the European Union.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the scene described at the beginning of the passage depict?

    <p>British MEPs celebrating the UK's withdrawal from the EU.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, why is a comedy series about the EU considered 'unusual'?

    <p>The EU is typically portrayed as a serious and bureaucratic institution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nationality of the show's creator, Noé Debré?

    <p>French</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the central aim of the co-writers in portraying the EU institutions?

    <p>To show that the EU institutions are run by humans with flaws and redeeming qualities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, how would an uninformed viewer perceive the European Parliament based on the show?

    <p>As a chaotic institution where incompetent and nationalist figures stir up trouble</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the characters in the show is true, according to the passage?

    <p>Each character has both positive and negative traits, reflecting their human nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest about the character of Samy?

    <p>Samy is a political idealist who discovers his passion for an unpopular cause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the ultimate goal of the co-writers regarding the portrayal of the EU institutions?

    <p>To provide a realistic and nuanced depiction of the EU institutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a central characteristic of the show 'Parlement' compared to other political comedies?

    <p>The comedy is gentler and less sweary than shows like The Thick of It.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, why did it take time for the show 'Parlement' to find a network?

    <p>Networks were hesitant due to the lack of political comedy tradition in France.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest about the character of Torsten?

    <p>He personifies the idealistic goals of European unity through regulations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the article, how does the show portray the character modeled after Margrethe Vestager?

    <p>As a celebrity commissioner that young assistants admire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest about the character of Sharon Redlion?

    <p>She is a Brexiteer MEP who proposes an absurd solution to the Irish border issue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the article, what event helped renew interest in the 'Parlement' project?

    <p>The UK's decision to leave the European Union (Brexit).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the article, how does the character of Rose represent a certain political shift?

    <p>She transitions from a moderate Tory to a Brexiteer after being &quot;radicalised&quot; online.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage imply about the portrayal of EU officials in 'Parlement'?

    <p>They are portrayed as scheming and engaging in intrigue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the critic Olivier Costa, what concern does he raise about the show?

    <p>He thinks the show indulges Eurosceptic clichés while ignoring EU achievements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the article suggest is the reason for the lack of British comedy about Brexit?

    <p>British comedians find the subject too sensitive to joke about.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Inspiration and Concept

    • The comedy series 'Parlement' was created to give viewers a glimpse into the European Parliament.
    • The show's central theme is the inner workings of the European Parliament.

    Characters

    • Samy is a "political naïf" and a main character in the show.
    • Michel Specklin is Samy's boss and is characterized by his reaction to being asked to make a speech at the fisheries committee, where he is unprepared and struggles.
    • Sharon Redlion is portrayed as a character in the show.
    • Torsten, the German assistant, represents a certain aspect of EU politics.
    • A character based on EU competition commissioner Margrethe Vestager is portrayed in the show.

    Tone and Style

    • The tone of the comedy in Parlement is more gentle and less cynical compared to shows like The Thick of It.
    • The show avoids portraying Eurosceptic clichés.

    Creation and Development

    • The co-writers aimed to portray the EU institutions in a way that is both authentic and entertaining.
    • The show's creator, Noé Debré, is French.
    • The show's central premise is to explore the inner workings of the European Parliament.
    • The show's central conflict, according to Debré, is the struggle between different EU institutions and national governments.

    Reception and Impact

    • The show's portrayal of the EU institutions is unusual and may not be well-known to audiences.
    • An uninformed viewer may perceive the European Parliament as bureaucratic and inefficient based on the show.
    • The show's creators aimed to humanize the EU institutions and show their complexities.
    • The show took time to find a network, possibly due to the lack of a tradition of political comedy in France.
    • The show's portrayal of EU officials is more nuanced and realistic than other shows.
    • Critic Olivier Costa raises concerns about the show's portrayal of the EU institutions.

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