I Remember Piazza Fontana
I Remember Piazza Fontana

I Remember Piazza Fontana

2019Movie92 minItalian

A documentary-fiction that reconstructs the complex procedural path followed by the 1969 massacre through the point of view of Francesca Dendena, daughter of one of the victims and President of the Family Association of the victims of the Piazza Fontana massacre.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Giovanni MinoliGenres: Documentary, History

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the Piazza Fontana bombing of December 12, 1969, in Milan, a pivotal event in Italy's 'Years of Lead'. It reconstructs the facts surrounding the explosion at the Banca Nazionale dell'Agricoltura, which killed 17 people and injured many more. The film explores the political climate of the time, the subsequent investigations, and the enduring questions about who was truly responsible for the attack and its cover-up.

Critical Reception

The documentary was generally well-received for its meticulous research and its attempt to shed light on a complex and tragic event in Italian history. Critics often praised its objective approach in presenting evidence and testimonies, while acknowledging the difficulty in definitively solving the mystery. Audience reception focused on the film's informative value and its contribution to public understanding of a crucial historical moment.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its detailed examination of the Piazza Fontana bombing.
  • Commended for its balanced presentation of historical facts and testimonies.
  • Acknowledged as a significant contribution to understanding a dark period in Italian history.

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Fun Fact

The Piazza Fontana bombing is considered the event that marked the beginning of the 'Years of Lead' (Anni di piombo) in Italy, a period of intense socio-political turmoil and terrorism.

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