Yannis Smaragdis’ historical epic Kapodistrias, released on Christmas Day 2025, has taken Greek cinemas by storm despite intense controversy and funding obstacles. The film portrays the life and tragic assassination of Greece’s first Governor, Ioannis Kapodistrias, highlighting his visionary leadership, deep faith, and ultimate sacrifice amid foreign conspiracies and internal betrayal. Packed screenings and emotional audience responses have made it the cultural phenomenon of the year.
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A powerful summer exhibit at the Museum of Byzantine Culture in Thessaloniki celebrates rebirth and struggle through rare coin dies of Ioannis Kapodistrias and 1821 heroes, paired with a world-premiere biopic screening in Astoria.
As Greece commemorates the 200th anniversary of its War of Independence, a new cinematic tribute…
Yannis Smaragdis’ Kapodistrias, a historical drama about Greece’s first governor, Ioannis Kapodistrias, blends spiritual depth and national pride. Set for a Christmas Day release, the film features Antonis Myriagos and an international cast, aiming to redefine Greek cinema with its powerful narrative of leadership and sacrifice.
After the movie “El Greco”, the multi-awarded film “Kazantzakis” by the same director, Yannis Smaragdis,…
As is well known, three top films by the multi-awarded director Yannis Smaragdis arrived on…
