Mani pulite(1997)

Mani pulite is a four-part documentary series examining Tangentopoli, the massive corruption scandal that destabilized Italy's political establishment in the early 1990s. The series traces how judicial investigations into bribery and illegal party financing unraveled decades of systemic corruption, toppling prominent politicians and reshaping the nation's governance. Through archival footage and testimony, Mani pulite reveals the intricate web of kickbacks, collusion between business and government, and the magistrates who pursued accountability. The scandal fundamentally altered Italian democracy, dismantling the postwar political order and triggering widespread institutional reform. Essential viewing for anyone seeking to understand modern Italy's political history and the power of judicial intervention against entrenched corruption.