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La Madonna del Pollino
La Madonna del Pollino

LA MADONNA DEL POLLINO

Directed by Luigi di Gianni
Italy, 1971
Short, Documentary

Synopsis

The Madonna of Pollino is one of the most archaic festivities of Basilicata. Worshippers get to the church on foot after a tiring route. The manifestations of religious faith are alternated with particular profane celebratory customs, taking place inside and outside the church.

Synopsis

The Madonna of Pollino is one of the most archaic festivities of Basilicata. Worshippers get to the church on foot after a tiring route. The manifestations of religious faith are alternated with particular profane celebratory customs, taking place inside and outside the church.