The Bad Poet

1936. Giovanni Comini, the youngest Federal in Fascist Italy, is summoned to Rome for a delicate mission: to surveil aging national poet Gabriele D'Annunzio, whose increasingly restless behavior Mussolini fears could damage his alliance with Nazi Germany. However, after spending time with D'Annunzio, Comini finds himself torn between loyalty to the Party and his fascination with the poet, who will put his burgeoning career at risk.

Release Status

Released

Genres

History, Drama

Director

Gianluca Jodice

Original Language

IT

What is The Bad Poet about?

1936. Giovanni Comini, the youngest Federal in Fascist Italy, is summoned to Rome for a delicate mission: to surveil aging national poet Gabriele D'Annunzio, whose increasingly restless behavior Mussolini fears could damage his alliance with Nazi Germany. However, after spending time with D'Annunzio, Comini finds himself torn between loyalty to the Party and his fascination with the poet, who will put his burgeoning career at risk.

Who directed The Bad Poet?

The Bad Poet was directed by Gianluca Jodice.

When was The Bad Poet released?

The Bad Poet was released on May 20, 2021.

How long is The Bad Poet?

The Bad Poet has a runtime of 1h 46m.

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