Giovanni Falcone (film)

Giovanni Falcone is a 1993 Italian biographical film directed by Giuseppe Ferrara. The film portrays the life and career of Giovanni Falcone, a prominent Italian magistrate who dedicated his life to fighting the Sicilian Mafia. It focuses on his professional trajectory, from his early days as a prosecutor to his involvement in the Maxi Trial and ultimately, his assassination in 1992. The film also depicts the political and social climate of Italy during Falcone's time, highlighting the challenges he faced in his battle against organized crime, including corruption and institutional obstacles. Michele Placido plays the role of Giovanni Falcone.