| Since its inception 38 years ago as a "Week of Greek Cinema," the Thessaloniki Festival has had a Greek Competition section. Greek cinema has been reinvigorated in recent years, with a number of local films faring very well at the local box office. There already is a buzz about many of the approximately 13 films selected for the Greek section -- films that break new ground for Greek cinema. This year, the Festival's Greek section will include a tribute to legendary Greek actress Irene Papas - known worldwide for her roles in director Michael Cacoyannis' screen adaptions of ancient Greek tragedies. |
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