The astonishing story of Benito Mussolini, whose legacy of extremism, populism and authoritarianism still reverberates through the world today. Combining unprecedented historical accuracy and daring, contemporary cinematic style, the political rise of one of history’s most notorious leaders seen as never before— from the unlikely beginnings of a political agitator, through the movement that swept him to the heights of government before obliterating democracy and establishing himself as a ruthless dictator. Based on the prize-winning and bestselling book by Antonio Scurati. Written by Stefano Bises and Davide Serino.