Mussolini and I (1985)

Synopsis: Bob Hoskins stars as Benito Mussolini in this riveting account of the family conflict and political intrigue which surrounded the rise and fall of the Italian fascist dictator. The four-hour mini-series not only examines Il Duce's career in politics--from his early days as a terrorist to... Bob Hoskins stars as Benito Mussolini in this riveting account of the family conflict and political intrigue which surrounded the rise and fall of the Italian fascist dictator. The four-hour mini-series not only examines Il Duce's career in politics--from his early days as a terrorist to his later alliance with Hitler--but also delves into his tragic personal affairs, such as his estrangement from favorite daughter Edda (Susan Sarandon) and his ultimate betrayal of beloved son-in-law Count Ciano (Anthony Hopkins). [More]