In the Name of the Italian People is a 1971 Italian crime drama film directed by Dino Risi. It stars Ugo Tognazzi as magistrate Paolo Ventura, who becomes suspicious of a wealthy industrialist named Vincenzo Malanese (Renato Baldini), whom he believes is responsible for murder.
Despite pushback from his colleagues and superiors, Ventura perseveres in his investigation, digging deeper into Malanese's shady dealings and questionable associates. Along the way, he faces threats and intimidation from powerful individuals who wish to see Malanese go unpunished.
As Ventura closes in on Malanese, he must use all his wit and determination to outmaneuver those who would try to prevent justice from being served. He also finds support in a young journalist named Mara (Claudia Cardinale), who shares his passion for uncovering the truth.
In the Name of the Italian People is a tense and thrilling drama that explores the themes of corruption, power, and the struggle for justice in a sometimes hostile environment. It received critical acclaim upon its release and is considered a classic of Italian cinema.
