Helmed by celebrated director Joe Wright (Darkest Hour, Atonement), the mini-series stars Luca Marinelli in a transformative role as Mussolini, chronicling his cunning manipulation of democratic systems to seize power—a tale that feels eerily resonant in the current global political climate.
The ensemble cast includes Francesco Russo, Barbara Chichiarelli, Benedetta Cimatti, Lorenzo Zurzolo, Gaetano Bruno, and Paolo Pierobon, each portraying key figures who either enabled or resisted Italy’s descent into authoritarianism. The screenplay, penned by Stefano Bises (Gomorrah, The New Pope) with Davide Serino, promises a grounded yet dramatic retelling that balances personal ambition with national tragedy.
Unlike traditional biopics, Mussolini: Son of the Century reportedly uses an “innovative approach” to storytelling, blending historical fidelity with literary imagination, reflecting the style of Scurati’s book—which itself was lauded for fusing narrative nonfiction with novelistic depth.
As MUBI continues to expand its portfolio of auteur-driven international content, this series marks one of its most ambitious projects yet. With Wright’s cinematic eye and Marinelli’s rising global profile, Mussolini: Son of the Century is already generating buzz as an awards contender and must-watch historical epic.
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