Maria's choice

"La scelta di Maria" is a powerful documentary that explores the extraordinary story of Italy's "Unknown Soldier" and the woman who chose him, Maria Bergamas. Through a blend of archival footage, fictional recreations, interviews, and animation, this film delves into the historical and human aspects of this incredible story, which culminates in the burial of the Unknown Soldier in Rome's Altare della Patria on November 4, 1921. With the collaboration of the Ministry of Defense, the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region, the city of Aquileia, and the Istituto Luce Cinecittà, this film offers a unique and compelling perspective on a pivotal moment in Italian history.

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