Caesar and Claretta (1975)
Erscheinungsjahr: 1975
Land: United Kingdom
Alternative Title: Caesar & Claretta, Private Affairs: Caesar and Claretta, César y Claretta
Regisseur: Claude Whatham
Writer: Jack Russell
Production Genre
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Schlüsselwörter
Schlüsselwörter: benito mussolini
Geschichte
The film 'Caesar and Claretta' focuses on the last few hours of Benito Mussolini's life, played by Robert Hardy, and his long-time mistress Claretta Petacci, portrayed by Helen Mirren. The story begins with Mussolini and his loyal supporters being captured during an escape attempt in April 1945. Despite being offered her freedom, Claretta chooses to stay with Mussolini out of love for him. They are then held captive in a small peasant cottage. The narrative captures the tense atmosphere as they wait for their inevitable fate, offering insights into their relationship and Mussolini's reflections on his past actions.
Zusammenfassung
'Caesar and Claretta', directed by Claude Whatham, is a historical drama set during the final days of World War II in Italy. The film dramatizes the last hours of dictator Benito Mussolini and his mistress Claretta Petacci, as they are captured by communist partisans. The story explores their complex relationship, with Claretta's unwavering love for Mussolini despite his controversial legacy. The movie offers a tense and intimate portrayal of these historical figures during their final moments together.
