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Joe Wright’s ‘Mussolini: Son of the Century’ Premieres on Mubi

Wright frames the eight-part drama as a study of fascism’s origins shaped by futurist aesthetics with a techno score.

Joe Wright Praises Luca Marinelli For His Titular Role In Mussolini: Son Of The Century
British director Joe Wright talks about the approach to making a show on Benito Mussolini.
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Overview

  • The series adapts Antonio Scurati’s 2018 novel and is directed in full by Wright, who insisted on helming all eight episodes.
  • Luca Marinelli stars as Benito Mussolini, with Wright praising his performance and preparation, including a shaved head and reported 20 kg weight gain.
  • Wright says the show examines how violence and politicized toxic masculinity coalesce into fascism, using direct address to probe control of narrative.
  • The production draws on Italian futurism for its look and features a score by Tom Rowlands of The Chemical Brothers.
  • The drama premiered today on Mubi, with interviews and reviews published to coincide with the rollout; Mubi India’s release is reported for September 10, while some outlets cite availability on Amazon Prime Video.