Francesco Rosi’s film delves into the mysterious circumstances surrounding the life and untimely death of Enrico Mattei, a powerful Italian businessman and head of the state-owned oil company, ENI. The narrative intricately weaves between Mattei’s ambitious efforts to break the monopoly of the “Seven Sisters” oil companies and the political intrigue that ensues. Gian Maria Volonté delivers a compelling performance as Mattei, capturing the complexity of a man driven by both idealism and pragmatism. The film was awarded the prestigious Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, highlighting its critical acclaim. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.