Over 1,000 members of Italy's largest communist party debate their future identity and political stance as the Eastern Bloc collapses in 1989.
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Over 1,000 members of Italy's largest communist party debate their future identity and political stance as the Eastern Bloc collapses in 1989.
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In 1989, members of Italy's largest communist party, the PCI, gather in local chapters to discuss a major change. The party announces plans to adopt a new name and identity as the Eastern Bloc begins to collapse. Debates unfold across the country as members consider the implications of rebranding and redefining their political stance. The film captures the ideological struggles within the PCI during a time of significant political transformation in Europe.
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- See intense debates within the PCI chapters.
- Meet key figures like Matilde Ippolito and Riccardo Gambacciani.
- Find out how the PCI plans to redefine itself.
Did You Know
- In 1989, the PCI announced a significant transformation of its identity.
- The documentary features debates from various PCI chapters across Italy.
- The film runs for 60 minutes and was directed by Mimmo Calopresti.
- The PCI is Italy's largest communist party.
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The PCI announced a significant transformation, pledging to adopt a new name and identity.
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