Esterno notte

Overall this mini-series (watched with subtitles) was a solid production that included some interesting overlay of actual footage within the show itself. The acting was generally very good, with a pretty effective result of look-alike actors (thanks to make-up) who portrayed their characters quite believably. There were a few instances of over-playing a part or when some scenarios came across as Fellini-like pieces, but the perspective and background of the various politicians and clergy gave it a good pace and perhaps better understanding of what it was like in Italy at the time. The political situation has not really improved much since then, as constant government changes and coalition collapses still define Italy's chaotic bureaucracy and unstable politics. Great period details like the delightful cars, especially the old Fiats, bring this 'old' story to new life. Very watchable for the most part although it could have been done in far fewer episodes, given the many repeated scenes that were re-shown several times. The Red Brigade is thankfully not made out to be 'martyrs' for their cause. And the politicians are also not shown to be without fault or guilt in the brutal outcome.