Draquila: Italy Trembles(2010)

Draquila: Italy Trembles is a documentary that examines the Italian government's response to the 2009 L'Aquila earthquake. The film critiques Silvio Berlusconi's administration and its handling of the disaster, exploring the political and social aftermath that devastated the Abruzzo region. Through interviews and archival footage, the documentary reveals how corruption, mismanagement, and inadequate relief efforts compounded the tragedy for survivors. The film presents a sharp indictment of governmental negligence and the human cost of political failure. Draquila serves as both a historical record of the earthquake's impact and a broader commentary on Italian politics during the Berlusconi era, offering viewers insight into how natural disasters can expose systemic weaknesses in state institutions and governance.