Lucanian Stories

Lucanians around the world, from generation to generation, tell their own story and their own way of experiencing Lucanness.

24 episodes

Maria Grazia Trivigno

Accettura

Maria Grazia is a 35-year-old woman who has called Milan home for the past 16 years. After graduating from Bocconi University and passing a competitive exam, she now works as a notary.

Rita Weber-Cea

Zurigo - Matera

For Rita Matera is home. Although she was not born there, it is in fact where her most beautiful memories originate.

Davide Novelli

Teana

The tale of a man who found his identity through his foreign experiences: an invitation to travel, embrace new cultures, and appreciate one’s roots

Andrea Di Consoli

Zurigo - Rotonda

A heartfelt exploration of nostalgia and Lucanian identity

Emanuele Andrisani

Matera

Emanuele Andrisani, originally from Matera, has been living in London for 18 years and works as a lead concierge at a luxury hotel. He shares his journey, from the temporary move to his connections with his hometown, the challenges and changes he has experienced, and his optimistic vision for the future of Matera.

Enzo e Maria Mastronardi

San Mauro Forte

Enzo didn’t leave to search for something, but because he found it. He found it by chance, one evening forty years ago, while strolling through the streets of San Mauro. Her name is Maria.

Pasquale Mazza

Pietrapertosa

An example of how integration and respect for different cultures can create a better future for everyone.

Franco Campanaro

Matera

It’s October 21st, 1959, when Franco leaves Matera. “Leaving, I had the feeling of leaving my childhood behind, but also hunger.”

Giovanni Paradiso

Bernalda

From the tranquility of Bernalda to the frenzy of New York: Giovanni and Vera’s Adventure between dreams and reality.

Odile Liliana Panetta

Matera

A deep and reflective look at the bond with one’s homeland.