CULTURE & LIFESTYLE
Plans for a “Greek Hollywood” in Thessaloniki
Negotiations are being made for the development of six large-scale film production studios in the area of Thermi, an investment of 50 million euros.
Film
“Gener8ion”: Romain Gavras & Surkin Present Film Project Partly Shot in Athens
Three short films by the renowned French filmmaker are screening, on loop, now at the Onassis Cultural Center.
Film
Filming Incentives Boost Scene in Greece
In the last four years, 158 Greek and 115 international productions have applied for a grant.
Heritage
Thessaloniki’s White Tower Among European Film Heritage Treasures
The popular landmark and monument of Byzantine cultural heritage was part of the cinematic setting for Theo Angelopoulos’ 1988 film "Landscape in the Mist."
People
Legendary Greek Actress Irene Pappas Dies
The actress, who starred in over 70 films and gained worldwide acclaim for roles in "The Guns of Navarone" and "Zorba the Greek," has died at the age of 96.
Film
Hollywood’s Aaron Ryder Sees Greek Potential as Filming Location
The Hollywood film producer says the country's climate and financial incentives make Greece an attractive filming location.
Film
Thessaloniki: Hollywood Summer in Northern Greece
Jamie Foxx, Robert De Niro, and a host of other actors and movie personnel are hard at work this summer, as the cameras roll in northern Greece.
Sports
“Rise” Centers on Antetokounmpo, Brothers & Realized Basketball Dreams
The legendary player talks about his passion for basketball and the importance of having close family bonds ahead of today's Disney+ film premiere.