The case of the “Perfect Culprit” told in Maurizio Corte’s Italian podcast.
The Perfect Culprit (Il Colpevole Perfetto) is an Italian podcast that delves into one of the most intriguing criminal cases in Italy’s history, set against the backdrop of the 1970s.
This podcast unravels the complex and controversial story of Lorenzo Bozano, often referred to as “Il Biondino della Spider Rossa” (“The Thin Blond Boy with the Red Sports Car”) and the tragic disappearance of Milena Sutter, 13 years old, in Genova (Italy).
Through detailed analysis and narrative, the podcast not only revisits the events but also explores the media’s role in shaping public perception and the judicial process.
It’s a deep dive into a case that left a lasting mark on Italian society, offering listeners a blend of historical context, legal scrutiny, and human drama.
Discover the story behind the infamous “Il Biondino della Spider Rossa” through the podcast – in Italian language – by Maurizio Corte. Explore the Italian book about the case of Milena Sutter and Lorenzo Bozano.
Who was Lorenzo Bozano? What was he accused of, and how substantiated were these accusations against him?
The disappearance of Milena Sutter
Milena Sutter, 13 years old, disappeared in Genoa on Thursday, May 6, 1971, after leaving the Swiss School she attended.
Her lifeless body was found two weeks later, on Thursday, May 20, off the coast of Priaruggia beach in the eastern part of Genoa.
The only person officially suspected and investigated was Lorenzo Bozano, 25 years old.
Journalists nicknamed him “The Thin Blond Boy with the Red Sports Car”. He was neither blond nor thin.
Acquitted in 1973 in the first trial, Bozano was sentenced to life imprisonment in 1975, in the appeal trial.
Lorenzo Bozano always professed his innocence. He passed away on the Island of Elba due to a sudden illness on June 30, 2021.
You can find the complete story of this criminal case, with unpublished details, on the blog/magazine in Italian: Il Biondino della Spider Rossa®.
“The Perfect Culprit” podcast
The podcast, The Perfect Culprit: The Misguided Story of Lorenzo Bozano and Milena Sutter (Il Colpevole Perfetto. La storia sbagliata di Lorenzo Bozano e Milena Sutter), provides a unique perspective on Lorenzo Bozano from someone who knew him well: Maurizio Corte.
Following the Sutter-Bozano Case section in the blog/magazine Il Biondino della Spider Rossa and the book Il Biondino della Spider Rossa. Crimine, giustizia e media (co-authored with criminologist Laura Baccaro), Maurizio Corte shares his insights and studies about the accusations against the so-called “Blond Boy with the Red Convertible.”
Exclusive preview
Starting Thursday, February 22, 2024, get an exclusive preview of the preface to the first season of the The Perfect Culprit (Il Colpevole Perfetto) Italian podcast.
From March 28, 2024, every Thursday, tune in to the six-episode podcast – available on all platforms, in Italian language – which details the key moments of the case, media narratives, and manipulations of the judicial story.
Exclusive interview
At the end of the first season, don’t miss the exclusive interview with Laura Baccaro, a forensic psychologist and criminologist, who conducted a psychological and criminological evaluation of Lorenzo Bozano in 2015.
The dignity of the “person Lorenzo”
“The podcast is in no way a plea of innocence for Lorenzo Bozano,” emphasizes Maurizio Corte, who teaches Intercultural and Multimedia Journalism at the University of Verona.
“I don’t know whether Lorenzo played a role in that tangled affair or not,” clarifies the podcast’s author. “What is certain is that he found himself thrown into an infernal circle, much larger and more complex than what a young man like him, full of great hopes but lacking in facts, could manage.”
“I wanted to analyze, with a scientific method, the narrative about Lorenzo Bozano and the case of Milena Sutter,” notes Corte.
“I aimed to restore human dignity to the person-Lorenzo, on whom newspapers, magistrates, and judges have passed judgments unworthy of a civilized society,” highlights the author of the podcast The Perfect Culprit (Il Colpevole Perfetto).
A human drama that deserved different treatment
“Given the current climate, any of us could find ourselves in Lorenzo Bozano’s place,” underscores journalist Maurizio Corte, who specializes in media analysis.
“There is one thing I cannot accept: the fact that someone embellished a shocking human drama, that of Milena and her family, with false narratives. This drama deserved a much more thorough investigative and judicial effort,” emphasizes Corte.
The Perfect Culprit: The Misguided Story of Lorenzo Bozano and Milena Sutter (Il Colpevole Perfetto. La storia sbagliata di Lorenzo Bozano e Milena Sutter) podcast is produced by the cultural association ProsMedia and the news agency Corte&Media.
Enhance your Italian language skills with this interesting podcast
If you love the Italian language and are interested in improving your proficiency, listening to this podcast is an excellent opportunity.
Thanks to its rich language, precise word choice, and clear exposition, it offers a captivating story.
The narrative itself is engaging, making it a perfect tool for language learners who wish to immerse themselves in compelling content while enhancing their Italian language skills.
The sound design, crafted by Italian journalist Giuliana Corsino, adds an extra layer of immersion and quality to the experience.
Listen to the Podcast
Here you can listen to the trailer, preface, and episodes of the Italian podcast dedicated to the case of Lorenzo Bozano and Milena Sutter via the Spreaker platform link.
The podcast is available for free – in Italian – on all podcasting platforms.
Podcast Il Colpevole Perfetto
Qui puoi ascoltare, con il collegamento alla piattaforma Spreaker, il trailer, la prefazione e gli episodi del podcast dedicato al caso di Lorenzo Bozano e Milena Sutter.
Il podcast è disponibile, a titolo gratuito, su tutte le piattaforme di podcasting.
PRIMO EPISODIO. “Milena è sparita”
PREFAZIONE
TRAILER