Director: Giulia Zanfino,Producer: Antonio Padovani, Production Company: Coi Miei Occhi Cultural Association and Latteplus, Country: Italy/Germany, Language: Italian, 2022, 3 x 25′ ,Rights: World (Except Italy)
This gripping docudrama delves into the tragic murder of Giovanni Losardo, a politician and chief secretary of the Public Prosecutor’s Office of Paola, who was assassinated on June 22, 1980, in his hometown of Cetraro. Through dramatized reenactments of the events surrounding his death and contemporary interviews with experts, the film explores the dark world of the ‘ndrangheta, the infamous Calabrian mafia, and its grip on local power.
Losardo was a fearless advocate for justice, relentlessly opposing the illicit activities of the criminal underworld and fighting corruption and collusion between local authorities and mafia groups. This compelling documentary sheds light on his life, his courage, and the circumstances that led to his untimely death, offering a powerful reflection on the ongoing battle against organized crime in Italy.
Cast:
Francesco Villari
Giacinto Le Pera
Laura Marchianò
Francesco Votano
Caterina Misasi
Annalisa Insardà