PLOT : Inspired by true events, this spy thriller delves into the life of Marconi, the inventor of wireless communication. Set in 1937, a young journalist interviews Marconi, intending to capture his remarkable journey. However, the narrative swiftly shifts into espionage as both the Regime and its allies seek to uncover Marconi's latest research and his ethical and political stance. Caught between Italy and England, Marconi faces dilemmas and ethical conflicts as his inventions potentially contribute to Italy's arsenal. The series explores the evolving espionage affair and the relationship dynamics among the characters, revealing the pivotal moments in Marconi's life. As one of the twentieth century's icons, Marconi's story illuminates his profound impact on shaping the modern world.
Lucio Pellegrini. 
Lucio Pellegrini is a renowned Italian director and screenwriter. He studied Philosophy at the University of Turin, where he began to cultivate his passion for cinema in video stores. From 1992 to 1998, he worked as a television writer, collaborating with MTV, Rai, and Mediaset, where he distinguished himself as the author of several successful programs. His debut in cinema came in 1999 with the film ‘E allora Mambo’, which got him a nomination for a Silver Ribbon for Best Director at the Italian National Syndicate of Film Journalists. In 2010, he directed the box-office hit ‘Figli delle stelle’; in recent years, he directed the much-acclaimed 2024 series ‘Marconi. The Man Who Connected the World’.
Length 3h 20min
Year 2024
Cast
Stefano Accorsi, Nicolas Maupas, Ludovica Martino,
Distribution Rai Fiction
Production Rai Fiction, Stand By Me
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Wed, July 1008:15 PMOutdoorTrinity Cinema, Distillery DistrictToronto