Ennio Iacobucci
Ennio Iacobucci, an Italian photographer born in 1940 in Morrea, was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize for his work on the front lines during the Vietnam War.
He was there when it mattered most, documenting the brutality of conflict from Vietnam to the Middle East.
At 37, back in Rome, he took his own life, and his story has been mostly forgotten ever since.
Death
Iacobucci's death in 1977 shocked those who knew him. He was found dead in his home under mysterious circumstances. His death was ruled a suicide, but the reasons behind it remain unclear. There are several theories: professional failure, heartbreak, or a lack of direction in his personal life. At his funeral, only a few people were present. His mother, devastated, was seen pacing back and forth, muttering, "This son of mine did something foolish." Yet, even after his death, his legacy was overshadowed by rumors and the passing of time.
The Lost Archive
Iacobucci left behind an extensive archive of photographs, negatives, and journals, much of which remains hidden. His work covered some of the most significant moments in recent history, yet his images have largely been lost. The story of his life and his career faded quickly, and today, only fragments of his history remain. This project seeks to uncover what has been buried: to digitize the archive, restore the images, and tell the world the story of a photographer who was once at the forefront of global history.
A Race Against Time
The search for Iacobucci’s colleagues and the people who knew him is ongoing. Some are no longer with us—Tiziano Terzani, his close friend, and Derek Wilson, the journalist who helped shape his career. The urgency of this work grows each day, as the last living witnesses to his life and work fade into the past. Despite the challenges, this documentary is underway. It’s a race against time to preserve the memory of Iacobucci and reveal the untold parts of his story, before they’re lost forever.
The Ras of Saigon
Ennio’s life intersected with notable figures, such as journalist Tiziano Terzani and photographer Derek Wilson, both of whom spoke highly of him. The story of Ennio’s life continues to unfold, with the voices of those who knew him providing the missing pieces.
Morrea
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Saigon
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Roma
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