Greek director Archives

On this Day We Remember Acclaimed Greek Director Manousos Manousakis

Manousos Manousakis, the director of some of Greece’s most beloved television dramas, has died at 74. His work, including hits like “Whispers of the Heart” and “Touch of the Soul,” captivated audiences for decades. He also directed several films, starting with the controversial “Bartholomew” in 1973.

Reknown Greek Filmmaker Renos Haralambidis to Grace Sydney’s 30th Greek Film Festival

The 30th Greek Film Festival of Sydney, proudly presented by Benchmark Greek Law, is thrilled…

Giorgos Lanthimos Brings Dark Comedy Bugonia to Venice 2025

Greek director Giorgos Lanthimos returns to the Venice Film Festival 2025 with his new film Bugonia. Blending dark comedy, sci-fi, and psychological tension, the movie stars Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons, promising a surreal, thought-provoking cinematic experience that showcases Lanthimos’ signature eccentric style.

Acclaimed Greek Director Manousos Manousakis Dies at 74

Manousos Manousakis, the director of some of Greece’s most beloved television dramas, has died at 74. His work, including hits like “Whispers of the Heart” and “Touch of the Soul,” captivated audiences for decades. He also directed several films, starting with the controversial “Bartholomew” in 1973.

LYVIA’S HOUSE Qualifies for Oscars; Final Public Screening Before Streaming Release

Indie thriller directed by Niko Volonakis is one of 321 films eligible for an Oscar…

Film Debut: Magna Graecia - the Greko of Calabria

‘Magna Graecia: The Greko of Calabria’ looks at the Greko communities of Calabria in the southernmost part of the Italian peninsula, a group of people who have maintained their millennia-old links to their ancient and medieval Hellenic past through their language and culture.

2(ii): Now Showing Byzanfest 2020

Greek director Fanis Topsachalidis has been nominated for Best Director (Short Film) for his film ‘2(ii)’ about how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting Greek families in drastic ways. 2(ii) is now showing as part of the Byzanfest Orthodox Film Festival.

Science and Orthodoxy Around the World: Now Showing Byzanfest 2020

If we accept that God is faith and science is knowledge, is there a point where these two converge? National Hellenic Research Foundation’s Greek documentary ‘Science and Orthodoxy Around the World’ is now showing and has been nominated for Best Film, Best Director and Best Editing at the Byzanfest Film Festival 2020.

The Taverna: much anticipated Greek Aussie dark comedy hits cinemas

Get a taste of The Taverna. Award-winning writer/director, Alkinos Tsilimidos serves up life, love, food and cultural differences in his brand new dark comedy premiering today in cinemas across Australia. Join Kostas for one utterly chaotic evening in his family-run Greek restaurant. Opa! Make a reservation for The Taverna at a cinema near you.

Legendary director Costa Gavras to make rare appearance in NY

Costa Gavras is a renowned Greek-French film director, screenwriter, and producer, celebrated for his political thrillers and his ability to merge controversial political issues with commercial cinema. Born on February 12, 1933, in Loutra Iraias, Greece, Gavras moved to France to study literature at the Sorbonne and later film at the Institut des Hautes Études Cinématographiques (IDHEC).