Luca tells the heartfelt story of a sea monster boy who yearns to explore the human world despite his family’s fears. The film explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and overcoming prejudice through its vibrant Italian Riviera setting.
This collection highlights pivotal quotes that capture emotional growth and the series’ core messages about embracing differences.
Silenzio, Bruno!
Key Moment: Vespa Dream Sequence
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Teaches Luca to silence self-doubt, symbolizing courage to pursue dreams.
You got me off the island, Luca. I’m okay
Key Moment: Train Station Farewell
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Shows Alberto’s growth from abandonment to finding belonging.
The curious fish gets caught
Key Moment: Parental Warning Scene
Speaker: Daniela Paguro
Context: Reflects generational fear of human-world dangers.
We underdogs have to look out for each other
Key Moment: Triathlon Team Formation
Speaker: Giulia Marcovaldo
Context: Establishes solidarity among marginalized characters.
Vespa is freedom!
Key Moment: First Surface Adventure
Speaker: Luca Paguro
Context: Represents liberation from restrictive upbringing.
Rules are for rule people
Key Moment: Exploring Portorosso
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Challenges societal norms and conformity.
I never go anywhere, I just dream about it
Key Moment: Ocean Herding Scene
Speaker: Luca Paguro
Context: Reveals protagonist’s longing for adventure.
You’re never without me
Key Moment: Island Reconciliation
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Affirms enduring friendship beyond physical separation.
The world is a very dangerous place
Key Moment: Family Intervention
Speaker: Daniela Paguro
Context: Highlights parental fear vs. child autonomy.
Take me, gravity!
Key Moment: Cliff Jumping Scene
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Embodies carefree rebellion and trust.
We can do anything!
Key Moment: Vespa Construction
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Demonstrates friendship-powered ambition.
Some people will never accept him. But some will
Key Moment: Grandma’s Wisdom
Speaker: Grandma Paguro
Context: Foreshadows societal acceptance arc.
You smell amazing!
Key Moment: First Human Interaction
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Comedic relief showing cultural curiosity.
I’m just the kid that ruins everything
Key Moment: Identity Crisis
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Reveals deep-seated insecurity from abandonment.
Look me in the eye. You know I love you, right?
Key Moment: Emotional Goodbye
Speaker: Daniela Paguro
Context: Maternal love overcoming fear.
We’re incredible at that humaning stuff
Key Moment: Gelato Experience
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Highlights cultural adaptation humor.
There’s a million things you think you can’t do
Key Moment: Telescope Lesson
Speaker: Giulia Marcovaldo
Context: Encourages intellectual curiosity.
Mother of pearl!
Key Moment: Near-Discovery Panic
Speaker: Luca Paguro
Context: Comic relief during identity concealment.
Your reign of terror is ending!
Key Moment: Triathlon Confrontation
Speaker: Giulia Marcovaldo
Context: Defiance against bullying.
Everything good is above the surface
Key Moment: First Surface Visit
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Philosophizes human world’s allure.
I eat kids like you for breakfast!
Key Moment: Ercole’s Threat
Speaker: Ercole Visconti
Context: Establishes antagonist’s cruelty.
We look horrifying
Key Moment: Parental Surface Transformation
Speaker: Lorenzo Paguro
Context: Humorous family dynamic contrast.
You’re better off without me
Key Moment: Friendship Breakdown
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Emotional low point before reconciliation.
The universe is literally yours
Key Moment: Stargazing Scene
Speaker: Giulia Marcovaldo
Context: Inspires Luca’s educational aspirations.
Piacere, Girolamo Trombetta
Key Moment: Final Farewell
Speaker: Alberto Scorfano
Context: Bittersweet inside joke cementing bond.
