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His neorealist masterpiece 'Rome, Open City' directly depicts the Italian resistance during Nazi occupation and the liberation of Rome.
Luchino Visconti ItalyHis films like 'The Leopard' and 'Conversation Piece' explore the transformation of Italian society during and after the Fascist period and WWII.
Bernardo Bertolucci ItalyHis early works examine Italy's political upheaval and the legacy of fascism, particularly in films dealing with post-war Italian identity and resistance.