Hollywood actress Monica Bellucci expresses love for Greece during Thessaloniki visit

·

Hollywood actress Monica Bellucci has expressed her love for Greece as she attended the 64th Thessaloniki Film Festival on Wednesday.

During her visit, the actress has been seen admiring the beauty of the city, whilst also attending two film screenings for her upcoming movies titled ‘Maria Callas: Letter and Memories’ and ‘Malena’.  

At the event, Bellucci also received an honorary Golden Alexander award for her lifetime achievement and was acknowledged for playing in two films based on women who are trying to survive in a man’s world.

During the press conference, Bellucci noted the great honour and gratitude she had in playing the Greek singer Callas and expressed the importance of being accepted by the Greek public.

Bellucci has also been spotted in renowned restaurants in the city centre and was shown the picturesque sea-view of the Thermaikos Gulf by the Thessaloniki Mayor Konstandinos Zervas.

Source: ONEMAN

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Latest News

Annual Halloumi Festival in Victoria filled with pride for Cypriot culture

The annual Cypriot Halloumi Festival drew hundreds of attendees to the Brunswick Cypriot Community venue this past weekend.

Consumer Affairs Minister Nick Staikos comments on proposed Victorian property plan

The process for homebuyers in Victoria will be easier under a state government proposal to increase transparency in property sale prices.

Hundreds in attendance as community pays respects to NT philanthropist John Halikos

A funeral service was held on Friday, March 13 for philanthropist and builder John Halikos after his sudden death last week.

Matt Thistlethwaite MP praises Cyprus Community of NSW in Federal Parliament

Matt Thistlethwaite MP has praised the Cyprus Community of NSW, calling it “a living bridge between Cyprus and Australia.”

Away wins for South Melbourne and Heidelberg United in NPL Victoria

The NPL Victoria delivered a strong round for Greek-backed clubs, with Hellas Melbourne and Heidelberg United both securing away victories.

You May Also Like

Here are the Greek Americans who won in the US Midterm Elections

There are at least six Americans of Greek heritage who have already been re-elected in the US midterm elections.

Queanbeyan’s beloved Victor Prineas celebrates over 50 years in the hospitality scene

For Victor Prineas, running a restaurant and leaving customers with smiles and full bellies has been his lifelong passion for over 50 years.

Treaty of Lausanne: Virtual lecture presents consequences of historic peace treaty

The virtual legacy, based off the anaysis of expert perspectives, puts the Treaty of Lausanne's lasting legacy in question.