Two advanced screenings of the highly anticipated 2025 Greek film Kapodistrias will take place at The Astor Theatre, offering Melbourne audiences an early opportunity to experience the historical drama ahead of its wider release.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Yannis Smaragdis, Kapodistrias presents a powerful and deeply moving portrait of Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first Governor of modern Greece.
Set in the aftermath of the Greek War of Independence, the film follows Kapodistrias as he returns to a fractured homeland and takes on the monumental task of rebuilding a nation in crisis. Determined to restore unity, stability and hope, he embarks on an ambitious reform agenda – one that ultimately places him at the centre of escalating political tensions.
As competing interests and shifting alliances intensify, Kapodistrias is forced to confront the personal cost of leadership, raising the question of how much one individual can sacrifice for the future of a nation.
Blending historical depth with emotional storytelling, the film captures both the political legacy and human dimension of a leader whose vision helped shape modern Greece.
The film is presented in Greek with English subtitles and has a runtime of 140 minutes.
Screening details:
- When: Wednesday, 29 April at 7pm; Sunday, 3 May at 3pm
- Where: The Astor Theatre, 1 Chapel St, St Kilda, VIC
- Tickets: 7pm Wed 29 April, 3pm Sun 03 May
Tickets are now available for both sessions, with strong interest expected from the Greek Australian community and broader audiences.
