Enrico Piaggio - Un sogno italiano

The film "Enrico Piaggio - Un sogno italiano" (2019) tells the story of Enrico Piaggio, the entrepreneur who created the iconic scooter Vespa, during a time of economic crisis in post-World War II Italy. In 1945, Piaggio's factory was destroyed, but he felt the responsibility to create jobs and rebuild his country. He turned to engineer Corradino D'Ascanio, who designed the scooter that would become a symbol of Italian creativity and design. As the story unfolds, Piaggio faces challenges, including financial struggles and opposition from rival companies, but ultimately perseveres with the help of his wife Paola Bechi Luserna. The film also explores themes of love, loss, and redemption, as Piaggio's personal life intersects with the development of the Vespa.