In May 1936, Fascist Italy's conquest of Addis Ababa marked a key moment in Benito Mussolini's colonial ambitions in Africa.
Synopsis
In May 1936, Fascist Italy's conquest of Addis Ababa marked a key moment in Benito Mussolini's colonial ambitions in Africa.
Synopsis
Pietro Dall'Igna, an Italian schoolboy born in 1925, draws scenes of war against the backdrop of Mussolini's regime. The Imperial Lullaby focuses on the conquest of Addis Ababa by Fascist Italy in May 1936. Through Dall'Igna's artwork, the film contrasts the innocence of youth with the brutal realities of colonialism. It reflects on the personal tragedies that arose from this military campaign in Abyssinia.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See Pietro Dall'Igna's innocent drawings from 1936.
- Find out about Mussolini's colonial ambitions in Africa.
- Meet the impact of war on youth through art.
Did You Know
- The conquest of Addis Ababa occurred in May 1936.
- Pietro Dall'Igna was born in 1925 and created drawings during this period.
- Benito Mussolini was already the lord of Libya, Eritrea, and Somalia before the conquest.
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What year did the conquest of Addis Ababa occur?
The conquest of Addis Ababa occurred in May 1936.
Who directed 'The Imperial Lullaby'?
Valentina Pedicini directed 'The Imperial Lullaby'.
What was the duration of the documentary?
The duration of the documentary is 24 minutes.
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