A writer both feared and loved whose ideas have shaped politics for 500 years, Machiavelli has been called everything from a teacher of evil to a sober realist. A complicated man, his conclusions have influenced everyone from Founding Fathers to 20th century dictators. What cannot be argued about Machiavelli is the impact he has had. This documentary gives a brief overview of the the history and context of the 'The Prince' along with various interpretations of this famous work.