Maurizio Zinni

Maurizio Zinni is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Sapienza University of Rome. He teaches Contemporary History and History of Political Movements and Parties, focusing on the interplay between cinema, mass media, and 20th-century political history.

Research Interests:

• Modern icons as historical sources
• Mass media's role in identity construction
• Nuclear history and Cold War cinema
• Fascist colonialism and post-colonialism

Notable Works:

• Fascisti di celluloid (2010) – Sissco Award for Best First Work
• Schermi radioattivi (2013) – Analysis of nuclear fears in cinema

Scientific Involvement:

• Editorial board: Mondo contemporaneo
• Scientific council: Cinema e Storia

His recent publications explore cinematic Cold War narratives, nuclear policy, and the intersection of film with political identity. Office hours: Wednesdays 15:00–17:30 (Room 9, Department of Political Science), or by appointment via email or Google Meet.