Acclaimed Greek film ‘Stelios’ to have Australian premiere in April

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The Greek Festival of Sydney has announced the Australian premiere of the highly anticipated Greek film Stelios on April 23, 2025. The film has captivated audiences since its official release on December 19, 2024, achieving remarkable success worldwide.

Within just one month, Stelios surpassed major blockbusters such as The Slayer, Happiness, If…, and El Greco, securing its place as the fourth highest-grossing Greek film of all time.

Directed by the talented filmmaker Dimitris Papadimitriou, Stelios tells the heartfelt and gripping story of a man’s struggle for identity, legacy, and the battle to preserve his cultural heritage against the backdrop of modern-day Greece. The film’s compelling narrative, and powerful performances have contributed to its massive success both at the Greek Box Office and internationally.

“We are beyond thrilled to bring Stelios to Australian audiences,” Nia Karteris, Festival Chair of the Greek Festival of Sydney, said.

“The film has already garnered incredible praise for its emotional depth and universal themes. We look forward to sharing this cinematic masterpiece with our patrons, offering them a unique opportunity to experience contemporary Greek cinema in all its glory.”

In the film we see the birth of some landmark songs for Greeks, which we still sing and dance to in our parties and celebrations. At the same time, we see the country developing and mutating, the world passing from poverty to a new era that escapes without moderation, offering a glimpse of the beginnings of our current evolution.

'Stelios' featuring Christos Mastoras.
Photo: Marilena Anastasiadou Photography.

Cinematically, the film is mostly about the characters and their truth. As the years pass, the decor and clothes change rapidly and without describing them, we feel them filled with objects, new materials and colours. We will enter places and situations that we have all seen in classic black and white films, and we will film with all the means of today the behind-the-scenes of the genesis of the first great singers of the Greek star-system.

Stelios has resonated deeply with global audiences, praised for its cinematic artistry, thought-provoking plot, and its portrayal of the enduring spirit of the Greek people. The film’s success speaks volumes about the growing influence of Greek cinema on the international stage, as well as its ability to transcend cultural boundaries.

'Stelios' featuring Christos Mastoras.
Photo: Marilena Anastasiadou Photography.

The premiere at Palace Cinemas Moore Park will be a special evening, featuring a cocktail reception with food provided by Aris Chatzigeorgiou and drinks supplied by Mediterranean Gourmet, followed by an exclusive screening of the film.

Event Details:

  • Film: Stelios
  • Date: April 23, 2025
  • Time: 6:30 PM
  • Film screening: 7.30 PM
  • Tickets: $60 + BF includes reception
  • Venue: Palace Cinemas Moore Park, 2-10 O’Riordan Street, Moore Park, NSW 2021
  • Tickets: Available now at https://bit.ly/4hXLynw

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this unforgettable night and witness the phenomenon that has already become one of the most successful Greek films in cinema history.

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