This masterfully crafted series recounts the political rise of Mussolini and his creation: fascism. First a movement, then a party, he leads to the apex of Italian government, only to subvert democracy and establish a dictatorship. Â
Through contemporary language, Mussolini breaks the fourth wall and addresses us directly to reveal his most unspeakable thoughts and comment on the turning points of history. The series offers an original, ‘pop’ portrait, at times full of dark humour, of the man who, though he betrayed ideals, people and institutions and committed acts of unprecedented violence, made all of Italy fall in love with him and became its undisputed ‘Duce’.Â
From BAFTA-winning director Joe Wright (Atonement, Darkest Hour) and boasting a powerful, charismatic lead performance from Luca Marinelli (Martin Eden, The Eight Mountains), Mussolini: Son of the Century is one of the essential series of our times.
Dazzler Media presents Mussolini: Son of the Century on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital from 14th July
Karen Woodham is the founder and owner of the Blazing Minds. She is also a Cinema reviewer and works with RealD 3D reviewing the latest 3D releases and IMAX, she has also had several articles published in various publications including the first edition of SFW Magazine. In 2015 she became an Award Winning Blogger and also has her website listed as one of the UK’s Top 10 Film Blogs.
