Il Divo

Release Date 2008-05-28

Runtime 113 minutes

Status Released

Overview

Italy, early '90s. Calm, clever and inscrutable, politician Giulio Andreotti has been synonymous with power for decades. He has survived everything: electoral battles, terrorist massacres, loss of friends, slanderous accusations; but now certain repentant mobsters implicate him in the crimes of Cosa Nostra.

Budget $7,275,000

Revenue $11,260,366

Vote Average 7.618/10

Vote Count 1143

Popularity 0.8553

Original Language it

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What makes this movie Worth Watching

Il Divo is a biographical drama based on the life of Giulio Andreotti, a seven-time Prime Minister of Italy. The film was released during a time when Italy was grappling with the aftermath of political scandals such as Tangentopoli (Bribesville) and Mani Pulite (Clean Hands). The movie serves as a reflection of these turbulent times in Italian politics.

The exceptional acting by Toni Servillo who portrays Giulio Andreotti, a complex and controversial Italian politician.
A captivating narrative that delves into the intricate world of Italian politics during the post-war period.
Provocative exploration of themes such as power, corruption, and moral ambiguity in political leadership.
Stunning visuals and an engaging soundtrack that complement the storyline.

Fun Facts

Toni Servillo, who plays Giulio Andreotti, gained over 20 kg for the role to accurately portray Andreotti's physical appearance at different stages of his life.
Il Divo was Italy's official submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2009.
The film received critical acclaim and won multiple awards, including the Golden Globe for Best Miniseries or Television Film.