Lucrezia Borgia - The Reality of a Myth

• Documentary

Episode overview

We tell you about Lucrezia Borgia, one of the most controversial women of the Renaissance. A murderer, a poisoner, an incestuous daughter and sister. Numerous accusations fuel her dark legend. Born to Cardinal Rodrigo, who later became Pope Alexander VI, and sister of Cesare Borgia. What truth is there in the many events that cast her in a negative light? This is the question Alberto Angela will attempt to answer by retracing the tormented story of a woman who was actually strong, enterprising, and in control of her own destiny, despite appearances.

115 minutes