The Painter of Siena

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Set in Mussolini's Italy, a young artist navigates the treacherous landscape of propaganda to pursue his passion for painting. His infatuation with his muse, Mathild, leads him into perilous situations and dubious circles, revealing the dark undercurrents of 1940s Rome's art scene. The allure of glamour is overshadowed by the constant threat of betrayal and disappearance, forcing him to confront the sacrifices required for love and artistic integrity amidst a regime that demands loyalty.