- “No Tie To Die” (2021): The opening scene and car chase in this James Bond thriller is set in Matera, a town in Basilicata that looks like it is carved directly into the hillside – because it is.
- “The Passion of the Christ” (2004): Directed by Mel Gibson, this biblical drama depicts the last hours of Jesus Christ and showcases the landscapes of Matera, a city in Basilicata.
- “Basilicata Coast to Coast” (2010): This Italian comedy-drama directed by Rocco Papaleo tells the story of a music band’s journey from the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Ionian Sea, showcasing beautiful scenes along the way.
- “Captain Corelli’s Mandolin” (2001): Though primarily set on the Greek island of Cephalonia, this romantic war film starring Nicolas Cage and Penélope Cruz also features scenes shot in Basilicata.
- “Ben-Hur” (1959): While this epic historical drama is set in ancient Jerusalem, parts of the film were shot in the Murgia region of Basilicata, including the famous chariot race sequence.
- “Pompei” (2014): This disaster-adventure film depicts the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and features scenes filmed in Basilicata, showcasing the ancient Roman city of Pompeii.
- “Christ Stopped at Eboli” (1979): This Italian film, based on the memoir by Carlo Levi, examines the political and social climate of Basilicata during the fascist regime in the 1930s.
- “The Bandit of Tacca del Lupo” (1949): Directed by Piero Costa, this Italian neorealism film tells the story of a shepherd’s struggle against bandits in the rural areas of Basilicata.
- “The Entity” (1982): Although predominantly set in California, this supernatural horror film includes scenes filmed in Craco, an abandoned village in Basilicata. Craco’s haunting atmosphere adds to the movie’s ambiance.
- “Blood Red” (1989): Starring Eric Roberts and Dennis Hopper, this drama is set in America but features Matera as a stand-in for a Sicilian fishing village, showcasing the beautiful starkness of this region.
- “The Noose” (1958): Directed by Edmond T. Gréville, this crime drama is set in a small town in Basilicata and revolves around a murder investigation, offering a glimpse into the region’s rural life.
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