He was compelled to press ahead with another imagined, fictitious threat framed as malicious acts of a political nature, even labeled as “television violence.” It is clear that El hormiguero has found success in children’s programming, yet that alone should not justify the Equality Department directing public funds toward defaming him. The critique arrived indirectly, avoiding a direct confrontation. Given Pedro Sánchez’s tight grip on executive power, it’s surprising that the scene where the Head of Government openly praises his own looks on the Antena 3 program wasn’t unearthed and scrutinized as well.
It’s difficult to draw a clear line between El hormiguero and Sálvame with its dolls and the constant stream of high-society theatrics. Recently, a full interview with Arturo Pérez-Reverte, conducted by Pablo Motos, was watched, and the novelist’s sharpness forced concessions that diminished the use of special effects for a town festival. Yet if the Government insists on broadcasting this portrayal, it might ironically gain some public sympathy. Censoring a question is seen by Podemos as a first step in deciding which surveys are deemed appropriate. A simple query like “How are you today, Minister?” avoids explicit references to political violence, but it lacks a sharper edge.
Considering that the Ministry of Equality has, with public funding, advanced a policy aligned with ideas associated with the Roures team, it’s worth noting the media landscape remains entangled with debates over influence. The discussion should not overlook remarks about figures connected to film production, and the government’s role in shaping these conversations. No interview ever seems free of provocative questions, and the content on The Warm Anthill illustrates this tension. In this view, the piece functions as promotional material that fails to offer a clear account of the truth, serving as a vehicle for artists who cling to the notion that their best work must be celebrated long after its premiere. The audience’s loyalty, meanwhile, appears to wane as viewers drift away from the screen.