The cinema of Greece has a long and rich history. Though hampered at times by war or political instability, the Greek film industry dominates the domestic market and has experienced international success. Characteristics of Greek cinema include a dynamic plot, strong character development and erotic themes. Two Greek films, Missing (1982) and Eternity and a Day (1998), have won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Five Greek films have received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Collage with figures of the Greek cinema
Manakis brothers, pioneers of the cinema in the Balkans
Snapshot from a Greek short clip during the Greco-Turkish war by Dag Films, 1922
Olympion Theatre, seat of the Thessaloniki International Film Festival
Yorgos Lanthimos is a Greek filmmaker. He has received multiple accolades, including a BAFTA Award and a Golden Globe Award as well as nominations for five Academy Awards.
Lanthimos in October 2023
Lanthimos in September 2015
Since 2018 Lanthimos has collaborated with Emma Stone on numerous projects including Poor Things which earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress