Documentaries

A collection of documentaries, including some never-before-seen ones, entirely dedicated to the Lucanian region and its traditions.

14 episodes

The Dance of the “Gregne” of Teana

Faith and traditions

The “Gregna” Festival is a unique event that brings together tradition, religion, community, and celebration. It is an important opportunity to promote Teana’s intangible cultural heritage.

La festa della Bruna: Dancing Statues

In Matera, on July 2nd, the papier-mâché statues aboard the Triumphal Chariot come to life.

Matera: The Most Beautiful Film

The Millenary History of One of the Oldest Cities in the World

“A Documentary in Ten Chapters: The Story of Matera from Its Origins to Today”

Rappresentazione della via Crucis di Barile

A fascinating interweaving of Catholic faith and Arbëresh culture

Barile boasts the oldest representation of the Via Crucis in Basilicata.

San Michele

The Faith that unites Saint Michael the Archangel and the people of Pomarico

Pomarico, a Lucanian village nestled in the tranquility of Basilicata, harbors a profound devotion to its patron, Saint Michael the Archangel.

I Cavalieri della Bruna

The knights, guardians of an age-old tradition

The protectors of the Holy Effigy of Maria Santissima della Bruna, Patroness of the city of Matera.

The festival of ‘ndenna

A Fascinating Tree Ritual

Alongside Accettura’s May celebration, the ‘Ndenna of Castelsaraceno stands as another arboreal rite enriching the anthropological and folkloric heritage of Basilicata

The transhumance in Basilicata, a true tale

Nine months amidst pastures and traditions, uncovering the most authentic Basilicata.

Transhumance is an ancient pastoral rite almost as old as humanity itself and intimately tied to the migratory phenomenon.

Matera 2 Luglio

The Timeless Charm of Maria S.S. della Bruna Feast

It’s July 2, 1993, in Matera, the day of the Feast in Honor of Maria S.S. della Bruna.

The timeline

Discover Basilicata: An Itinerary Through Prehistory, Magna Graecia, and the Middle Ages

There’s a timeline that ideally connects the 31 municipalities of the Province of Matera, a temporal journey that begins in prehistory and leads to the present day.