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Giochi da ragazzi investigates the rise of mafia-like structures in Mesoraca, Calabria, during the 1990s. It focuses on how the 'Ndrangheta gained power through illegal arms trafficking, particularly using weapons sourced from Switzerland. The film centers on the town of Ticino, which became a key hub for this illicit trade.
Through interviews and archival footage, the documentary examines the infiltration of the 'Ndrangheta into a small Swiss community. It presents a detailed account of the connections between organized crime in Italy and Switzerland, illustrating the impact of these criminal networks on local populations and economies.
Why Watch
- •Find out how Swiss weapons fueled Calabrian crime.
- •See the impact of 'Ndrangheta on a small Swiss town.
- •Meet the key players in the arms trade of the 1990s.
Did You Know
•The mafia structures in Mesoraca were built in the 1990s.
•Weapons from Switzerland were crucial to the rise of the 'Ndrangheta.
•Ticino served as the main hub for illegal arms trade linked to the 'Ndrangheta.
Perfect For
Organized crime studiesSwiss history enthusiastsArms trafficking research