The new ERT documentary series on the history, the people and the films that shaped Greek cinema, hosted by Christos Loulis and Stefania Goulioti

Charting the course of Greek cinema from its earliest days to the present, a brand-new, 12-part original documentary series is set to premiere on ERT this upcoming TV season.

With actors Christos Loulis and Stefania Goulioti serving as our guides, “120 Years of Greek Cinema” explores the evolution of film in Greece. The series goes beyond iconic movies and filmmakers to examine the social, political, and cultural environments that defined every era.

Written by Nikos Aktypis and directed by Spyros Kopanitsas, each episode weaves together rare archival footage, exclusive interviews with industry insiders, and memorable film clips. Together, they spotlight the milestone moments, cinematic movements, and the people on both sides of the camera who built modern Greek filmmaking.

The series treats cinema as a mirror to Greek society and a keeper of collective memory. It spans the entire timeline: from the silent era and the founding of Finos Film, through the golden age of commercial hits, early international acclaim, and the nostalgic magic of traditional open-air theaters, all the way to the Thessaloniki Film Festival and the contemporary resurgence of the “weird wave.”

Blending rigorous historical research with a fresh directorial eye, “120 Years of Greek Cinema” arrives on ERT to celebrate the defining milestones of Greek film history and honor the artists who brought them to life.

The theatrical management company Tagaris Productions presents “Hamlet“, the iconic tragedy by William Shakespeare, directed by Dimitris Karantzas, starring Stefania Goulioti in the title role. The performance will be staged starting this December at the Veaki Theater.

In a fluid and slippery era, where the world is dangerously drifting away from Humanism, Shakespeare’s young thinker-philosopher prince consciously finds his voice anew in a female performer, the exceptional Stefania Goulioti. The distinguished artist meets one of the most influential directors of his generation, Dimitris Karantzas, in a new reading of this emblematic masterpiece. Together, they attempt a descent into issues of identity, existence, and resistance against authoritarian regimes and violence, re-proposing thought and contemplation as one of humanity’s last possible consolations.

Against the backdrop of a decaying society, Shakespeare composes a tragedy where action constantly clashes with thought, and the question of existence takes on universal dimensions. Hamlet remains to this day one of the most complex and fascinating figures in world dramaturgy. In a “Denmark that is rotting” — much like our world today — Hamlet must avenge his father’s death. In his journey, he will come face to face with a highly organized system of power that swallows thought and individuality, destroying every innocent cell of society. A long and agonizing journey of the self toward what we call truth, and a visit to the darkest truths of “being.

Translation: George Chimonas
Direction: Dimitris Karantzas
Choreography: Tasos Karachalios
Stage Design: Maria Panourgia
Costumes: Ioanna Tsami
Music Composition: Dimitris Kamarotos
Lighting Design: Eliza Alexandropoulou
Assistant Director: Konstantina Kaltsiou
Assistant Set Designer: Sofia Theodoraki

Starring: Stefania Goulioti, Fidel Talampoukas, Theodora Tzimou, Natasa Exintaveloni, Symeon Tsakiris, Thanassis Raftopoulos, Nikos Malias, Nikos Kousoulis, Grigoris Mpalas, Michalis Anagnostou, Paschalis Terzis, Michalis Psalidas

Communication & Public Relations: Olga Pavlatou
Social Media: Renegade Media
Production: Tagaris Productions

Tickets: https://www.more.com/gr-el/tickets/theater/amlet-1/

Maestro in Blue, the acclaimed drama series created by Christophoros Papakaliatis, has officially been renewed for Season 4, with production now underway. The new season will premiere exclusively on Netflix worldwide before airing on MEGA in Greece, reaffirming the series’ status as one of the country’s most successful international exports.

Filming has already begun on the island of Paxos, a signature location for the series, with additional shoots taking place in Athens. Season 4 will consist of six new episodes, continuing the story that has captivated audiences across the globe.

Creator, star, and showrunner Christophoros Papakaliatis returns to lead the new chapter, joined once again by celebrated actress Stefania Goulioti, whose performance has been integral to the emotional depth and critical acclaim of the series. Goulioti’s character will continue to play a pivotal role as the narrative expands and intensifies in what is widely anticipated to be the series’ final arc.