The Basilicata region of Italy has, until recently, been overshadowed by the more popular areas of the country, but now, more and more, its very special and unique characteristics have sparked the interest of all sorts of people, from tourists to filmmakers.

Terzani, in this third section of the interview, describes the continent of Asia, where one rediscovers the core of life, that is to say, more essential and basic things, well beyond the reach of war.

The interview with Tiziano Terzani continues. He tells of his capture by the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia, the dangers to which he was exposed, and how he was able to save himself.

Tiziano Terzani (1938–2004) was an important journalist and writer. This interview, considered to be of historical value, took place during the broadcast of the Swiss television show, Cartabianca [Carte blanche], conducted by Leo Manfrini, who was a close friend of the writer.

Raffaele, a producer of extra virgin olive oil from Apulia, tells us about the ancient origins of his olive groves. Many of the trees are centuries old, some are even over a thousand years old, and continue to produce excellent oil.

Pasolini is asked what he thinks about progress and development. He is also asked about the inspiration he seems to have taken from subjects of the New Testament of the Bible.

Pasolini talks about how he moved from literature to cinema, and how his ideas about language changed. He talked about providing Italians with an opportunity to demonstrate racism, perhaps for the first time, with his movie, Accattone.

Valentina's success coincided with the beginnings of feminist movements in Italy. She depicted a woman who was strong and independent, who could do anything a man could do, a departure from the stereotype of the Italian housewife.

In 1963 Crepax got his start in the world of comic books and two years later created his famous character, Valentina. The comic strip first appeared in the anthology comic book, "linus," founded by Giovanni Gandini, who had known Crepax as a kid.

After talking about the past, Vera and Giuliano talk about what they'd like to do in the future: There are places to visit and revisit.

Vera and Giuliano are each true fans of the other. But Vera can't help preferring Giuliano's directing artistry to his acting skills.

Vera and Giuliano share some memories about how they found some of their ideas for movies. They also talk about Giuliano's acting, which was not always appreciated.

Giuliano Montaldo received a great many proposals for movies. But he remained amazed to encounter so many people who loved the cinema as much as he did.

The first screening of the Gold Rimmed Glasses was a success. Even Bassani, who had written the novel the film was based upon, had good things to say. Inti and her mother comment on the relationship between Vera and Giuliano.

Rita Levi Montalcini was a strong proponent of education and instruction as the means to gain freedom. She was also an example of it. This segment describes a visit to women in prison, and the obstacles Montalcini had to face, as a woman and as a Jew, during the Nazi-Fascist regime.