Synopsis: In a working-class neighborhood of Athens, amid the economic crisis, the resurgence of fascism, and Covid-19, a group of 18-year-old students persecute immigrants, queers, anyone who is just different. A classmate of theirs, who refuses to hide his dislike for their action, quickly becomes their target. Running Time: 1 hrs, 35 min READ MORE …
Synopsis: "Just Like Water" speaks about time and the circle of life. So, we follow a magical journey through time, embedded with vivid images of Spyros, grandfather, man, child ... A girl and a woman always there. A patchwork of images, accompanied by original musical composition, sketched in detail: it weaves the puzzle READ MORE …
Synopsis: The historical incidents and facts that preceded and occurred during the occupation of Smyrna in 1922 by the Turkish army, including the massacre of the local Greek and Armenian population, are recounted through the lives of the Baltatzis family members. Running Time: 2 hrs, 21min Drama All Audiences Director: Grigoris Karantinakis READ MORE …
Link to original article. By the National Herald SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The San Francisco Greek Film Festival (SFGFF) announced that their 2022 event, in hybrid format- in person at Delancey Screening Room in San Francisco and with virtual screenings, will take place April 8-16. All programming for the the 19th annual SFGFF is to READ MORE …
Link to original article. By The National Herald SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The San Francisco Greek Film Festival (SFGFF) announced that their 2022 event, in hybrid format- in person at Delancey Screening Room in San Francisco and with virtual screenings, will take place April 8-16. All programming for the the 19th annual SFGFF is to READ MORE …
Link to original articles. A scene from Katiana Zachariou’s short film, “Betrayal” (2019), a coming of age story filmed in Cyprus, about a daughter coming to terms with her father’s fall from grace. Short-listed for the Cannes Lions Young Director Award in 2020. Image: SFGFF Showcasing a selection of films from the Greek and Cypriot READ MORE …
Link to original article. Daily, April 8–16 & Sat.–Sun., April 30–May 1 Virtual, drive in, and in person The festival will present feature-length films and shorts by Greek and Cypriot filmmakers from around the globe. Visit website for details and up-to-date information. Free, grfilm.com
Link to original article. The San Francisco Greek Film Festival (SFGFF) wrapped its 18th annual event, which was presented April 16-25. The Festival screened twelve narrative features, seven documentaries, and seven narrative shorts by Greek and Cypriot filmmakers from around the world. The festival was held on a mostly virtual platform, with one in-person drive-in READ MORE …
Link to the original article. By Maya Thompson In late April 2021, the San Francisco Greek Film Festival, or SFGFF, returned to celebrate cinematic contributions by Greek and Cypriot filmmakers from around the world. Just like last year’s lineup, all of the films were available to stream free of charge from April 16-25. In addition READ MORE …
Link to original article. By Gary M. Kramer There are still a few more days to watch films screening at the 18th Annual San Francisco Greek Film Festival, which ends April 25. The more than two dozen features, documentaries, and shorts are available online for free with a reservation. (Some geoblocking applies.) This year’s program READ MORE …
