Enrico Mattei
Enrico Mattei

Enrico Mattei

2009Movie193 minItalian

Giorgio Capitani reconstructs in the Rai TV film the parable of the famous entrepreneur, in a product that in technical terms does not escape the logic of television, but still manages to offer an interesting picture of a key figure of postwar Italy.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Giorgio CapitaniGenres: Biographical, Drama

Plot Summary

This Italian television miniseries chronicles the life and career of Enrico Mattei, a controversial and influential figure in post-World War II Italy. It delves into his rise from humble beginnings to becoming a powerful industrialist and a key player in the oil and energy sector, highlighting his ambitious projects and the complex political landscape he navigated.

Critical Reception

The miniseries was generally well-received in Italy for its historical scope and the performance of its lead actor, Enrico Lo Verso. It was praised for bringing to life a pivotal, albeit often debated, figure in Italian economic history, offering a dramatized account of his successes and the controversies surrounding his methods and sudden death.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its detailed portrayal of a complex historical figure.
  • Lauded for the strong performance of Enrico Lo Verso as the titular character.
  • Noted for effectively depicting the post-war Italian economic and political climate.

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Fun Fact

Enrico Mattei's mysterious death in a plane crash in 1962 remains a subject of speculation, with theories ranging from accident to assassination, adding a layer of intrigue to his life story explored in the miniseries.

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