(known internationally as Robbing Mussolini or Rapiniamo il Duce ) is a 2022 Italian historical heist film that blends the tension of a World War II thriller with the high-octane energy of a modern caper . Directed by Renato De Maria, it follows a group of ragtag resistance fighters in 1945 Milan who hatch an audacious plan to steal Benito Mussolini’s fabled treasure before the fascist regime collapses. Plot and Characters
Reviews are generally mixed. Critics on IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes praise the stylish cinematography, fast pace, and the performance of Matilde De Angelis. However, others have criticized the "rushed" planning of the heist and characters that sometimes feel like caricatures. Robbing Mussolini (2022)
The film centers on (Pietro Castellitto), a black-market entrepreneur and arms dealer who discovers the location of Mussolini's hidden gold—the "Duce's treasure"—tucked away in the high-security "Black Zone" of Milan. Braquer Mussolini FRENCH WEBRIP x264 2022
(Maccio Capatonda): A former race car champion. Molotov (Alberto Astorri): A specialized anarchist.
(Matilde De Angelis): A cabaret singer and Isola’s girlfriend who is also the mistress of a high-ranking fascist official. Marcello (Tommaso Ragno): A seasoned, grizzled veteran. (known internationally as Robbing Mussolini or Rapiniamo il
To pull off the "heist of the century," Isola assembles a team of misfits, including:
: The plot leans into the legend of the "Gold of Dongo," a real-life mystery involving valuables Mussolini supposedly carried during his final flight, which were never fully recovered. Critical Reception Critics on IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes praise the
: While set against the real historical backdrop of the Axis surrender and Mussolini's final days, the movie prioritizes action and "true-ish" fiction over strict historical accuracy.