You know, Italy never really dealt with its fascist past.
There was no truth and reconciliation after the war.
They just kind of almost pretended it hadn't happened.
So it's very much an alive topic there.
Joe Wright is an Academy Award winning director,
best known for his single take shots, redefining cinematic genres and up dating classic narratives.
He first appeared on the global stage with his feature directorial debut,
Pride and Prejudice starring Keira Knightley, followed by a slew of critically acclaimed films.
The biographical drama Darkest Hour centered
around Winston Churchill's leadership during World War II,
earning widespread praise
and Gary Oldman's portrayal of Churchill securing him an Academy Award for best actor.
Wright's other films include the seven time Academy Award nominated drama Atonement
and the action packed thriller Hannah,
starring Saoirse Ronan as one of the more technically adventurous
and unpredictable directors of his generation.
His latest project is one of his most ambitious, a new eight part series,
Son of the Century, documenting the rise of the Italian dictator.
Its impact since release has stirred debate across Europe and beyond.
Regarded by critics as the best show of 2025 so far.