Story of The Red Brigades

"Story of The Red Brigades" examines the formation of the Red Brigades in 1970, a group that sought to destabilize Italy through armed struggle. The film captures their notoriety in the 1970s and early 1980s, detailing acts of sabotage, bank robberies, kidnappings, and murders.

The Red Brigades were influenced by Latin American urban guerrilla movements and the Italian partisan movement from World War II. This documentary highlights how the group viewed itself as a continuation of the anti-fascist resistance, using violence for what they believed were just ends. It provides a critical perspective on the ideological and historical context surrounding this notorious organization.