Il Divo Flashcards
(19 cards)
Who was Giulio Andreotti?
A 7-time Italian Prime Minister and dominant Christian Democrat figure
Allegedly connected to the Mafia and secret state dealings
What were the Red Brigades?
A left-wing terrorist organization in Italy known for violent actions during the 1970s and 1980s
Involved in various political kidnappings and murders
Who was Aldo Moro?
An Italian statesman and former Prime Minister kidnapped and murdered by the Red Brigades in 1978
His assassination marked a significant event in Italian political history
What was P2?
An anti-communist Masonic secret society founded during the Cold War run by Licio Gelli
Objective was to install an authoritarian government
Who was De Gasperi?
The founder of the Christian Democratic Party in Italy
Played a key role in post-World War II Italian politics
Who was Salvo Lima?
A Christian Democrat politician and Andreotti’s right hand, killed by the Mafia in 1992
His assassination occurred before the election
Who was Giovanni Falcone?
A magistrate and prominent mafia prosecutor in Italy
Known for his efforts to combat organized crime
Who was Toto Riina?
A Sicilian mafia boss known for his violent leadership of the Cosa Nostra
Responsible for numerous crimes including murders of law enforcement officials
What does the quote ‘In church, De Gasperi talked to god. Andreotti talked to the priest.’ represent?
The important ties between the Christian Democrats and the church
Reflects the political influence of religious institutions in Italy
What happened in 1990 regarding the mafia?
An appeals trial resulted in a substantial victory, although many mafia members were acquitted and released
Highlights challenges in the Italian judicial system against organized crime
What position did Falcone assume in 1991?
Director General of Penal Affairs in the Ministry of Justice
Moved to Rome to take on this significant role
Fill in the blank: The movie begins in _____ with the birth of Andreotti’s 7th government cabinet.
1991
Who was Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa?
A general killed by the mafia
His assassination symbolized the mafia’s power and influence
Who was Livia Danese?
Giulio Andreotti’s wife
Her role in Andreotti’s life reflects the personal aspects of political figures
Who was Egenio Scalfari?
An Italian journalist and founder of the newspaper ‘La Repubblica’
Known for his influence on Italian political discourse
Who was Paolo Pomidoro?
An Italian politician involved in the Christian Democratic Party
His contributions were significant during a tumultuous political era
Fill in the blank: Piccorelli was probably killed by the _____ gang.
manyana
who and when was it produced
Paolo Sorrentino 2008
what time period
1974-1992
