Steve Coogan's new film, The Penguin Lessons, emphasizes the importance of engaging with the world outside one's privileged existence. The story revolves around a Briton in Argentina who rescues a penguin while confronting the local injustices imposed by a right-wing government. Coogan expresses concern over a political shift towards selfishness, evident in the rise of right-wing ideologies across multiple nations. He critiques policies that favor the wealthy while disregarding the struggles of the less fortunate, highlighting the divide between socio-economic classes that may worsen if far-right movements gain political power.
"Coogan is showing how it's possible to be involved in local communities even when the protagonist is an outsider."
"Political scientists have been tracing the link for some time between financial security and an almost revolutionary, devil-may-care spirit in a growing number of voters."
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