Greek movies

Greece Remembers Film and TV Icon Kostas Voutsas

On February 26, 2020, Greece mourned Kostas Voutsas, one of the greatest actors of his generation and an icon of Greek cinema and television. He was 89. Voutsas was known for his comedic brilliance and immense contribution to Greek cinema,...

Catch the Best of Greek Cinema at the New York Film Expo

The New York Greek Film Expo, a celebrated Greek film festival for all New Yorkers, organized by the Hellenic Film Society (HFS), is ONGOING! The festival kicked off on October 2 and runs through October 12, 2025, bringing the...

Venice Film Festival 2025: Jim Jarmusch Wins Top Prize

The 82nd Venice Film Festival closed with a surprise: American director Jim Jarmusch won the Golden Lion for Father Mother Sister Brother. Known for his understated, poetic style, Jarmusch said he felt “deeply moved” by the honor, adding that he...

Lambros Konstantaras: The Iconic Star of Greek Cinema’s Golden Age

Lambros Konstantaras was one of the most prominent Greek actors both on the stage and on screen, reaching his peak in 1960s-1970s comedies during the golden age of Greek cinema. The charismatic actor remains seemingly omnipresent on television, thanks to...

Greece Restores 19th-Century Kokovikos House in Plaka, Celebrated in Classic Greek Film

The Greek Ministry of Culture has launched a major restoration of the Kokovikos House, located at 32 Tripodon Street in the historic Plaka district of Athens in Greece. Built in the early 19th century, this three-story building covers approximately...

Echoes of a Legend: Greeks Flock to Celebrate Kazantzidis’ Life in Cinemas

The highly anticipated film "Iparxo" (I Exist) featuring the life of Greek legendary singer Stelios Kazantzidis that hit movie theaters across Greece in December, has already become a smashing box office success. Reminiscent of Greece's golden era of Greek cinema...

Greek Director Manousos Manousakis Dead at 74

Renowned Greek director Manousos Manousakis died at the age of 74 on November 20th, leaving the Greek artistic community in deep mourning. The director's work defined much of Greece’s TV landscape over the past few decades. He was widely recognized...

Greek International Film Festival Tours 11 Cities in Canada

The 4th Annual Greek International Film Festival Tour of Canada (GIFFT) showcasing the work of talented Greek filmmakers is underway. Presented by the Hellenic Heritage Foundation, the Mirkopoulos Family, and The Hellenic Initiative Canada, it runs from October 1st to...

Los Angeles Greek Film Festival to Screen 80 Movies, Present Awards

Several hundred guests celebrated the festive red carpet kick-off of the Los Angeles Greek Film Festival 2024 on Saturday, June 1 at Harmony Gold Theatre. "Animal", the multi-awarded film by acclaimed Greek film director-screenwriter Sofia Exarchou opened the Festival. Following...

Greek Actor Spyros Fokas Dies at 86

Renowned Greek actor Spyros Fokas, distinguished for his contributions to the world of cinema, has died at the age of 86. The news was confirmed by his wife, Lillian Fokas, who shared the sad update on Facebook. "Till we meet...