Steve Shorter, the biggest pop star of his day, is loved by millions; his approval or endorsement can guide the choices and actions of the masses. But, in reality, he is a puppet whose popularity is carefully managed by government-backed handlers keen to keep the country's youth under control. Only an act of complete rebellion can set him free.

Peter Watkins scathing satire of the commodification of the counterculture is a fascinating, brutal anomaly, whose predictive gaze anticipated everything from reality TV to idol culture and fascistic pop stardom.

This screening will be introduced by film critic, curator and author Christina Newland.