Originally posted by Turridu:
FFC's commentary track on the DVD seems to hint strongly that Lucchesi was based on the former Italian Prime Minister Giulio Andreotti.
Like Lucchesi, Andreotti wore distinctive thick-rimmed glasses, and was known for the phrase 'Power wears out those who don't have it'.
FFC's commentary track mentions that Lucchesi is based on a powerful real-life character, but refrains from mentioning his name.
I have assumed that Lucchesi was based on Michele Sindona, who was a Sicilian banker that handled the finances of The Vatican, P2 and the Cosa Nostra.
Can anybody shed some light on this?
