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DELPHI BANK 26th Greek Film Festival Melbourne Program Announced

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DELPHI BANK 26th Greek Film Festival Melbourne Program Announced

Mark your calendars, it’s that time of year again!

The Delphi Bank 26th Greek Film Festival returns to Palace Cinemas with an injection of Greek culture, history and stories for twelve days, from 9 to 20 October. This year’s lineup will include 15 acclaimed and award-winning features, 3 fascinating documentaries and some interesting shorts.

“We are proud to offer a variety of entertaining and informative films from some of the most gifted Greek storytellers in the film industry, with something on offer for everyone” said Festival Co-Chairs Jim Bossinakis and Leonidas Vlahakis. “We hope you can join us for another highly anticipated and memorable festival- definitely one of the highlights of the Melbourne’s Greek social calendar.”

Back again, is the 10th Greek Australian Short Film Festival with a ‘BEST OF’ program as is the 9th Greek Student Film Festival (showcasing our future filmmakers) which will be on the last day of the Festival. Also, on offer this year will be a variety of Special Events including a Cypriot Contemporary Cinema double feature. Full program is now available, and tickets are on sale at www.greekfilmfestival.com.au

Opening and Closing Night

The Australian Premiere of 1968 from award winning Greek Director Tassos Boulmetis (A Touch of Spice, Mythopathy) will open the festival. The heartwarming docudrama is based on the true story about the epic 1968 basketball game between the underdog Greek team A.E.K and Slavia of Prague (Czechoslovakia).

Closing the Festival is the World Premiere of Alkinos Tsilimidos’ black comedy The Taverna which centers on one fateful night at a Greek restaurant in Melbourne and the dilemmas faced by the owner.

Features:

1968 (2018) – Tassos Boulmetis’ inspirational docu-drama is based on the true story about the epic 1968 basketball game between the underdog Greek team A.E.K and Slavia of Prague (Czechoslovakia), that united Greece during a time of political instability.

Aigaio SOS (2018) – Pierros Andrakakos delivers a military comedy masterpiece which shines a spotlight on the comical, yet serious incidents between the Greeks & the Turks that ultimately lead to a disaster with tsunamic ramifications.

Epiphany (2018) Starring Alex Dimitriades, this award-winning film shines a realistic light on a hard-working family living in a picturesque Greek sponge diving town in Tarpon Springs, Florida who struggle to maintain the cultural traditions of their past while striving for happiness in the present moment.

Her Job (2018) Nikos Labot’s debut feature is a confronting yet inspiring film based about a middle-aged woman’s subtle empowerment through employment, during the present day Greek financial crisis

Holy Boom (2018) Maria Lafi’s multi-award winning dramatic feature highlights the change in fortune for four strangers, who live in the same neighborhood when a random explosion occurs on Palm Sunday.

In this Land Nobody Knew how to Cry (2018) An off-beat, “dreamlike comedy” set on an imaginary small Greek island, whose inhabitants have established viable living alternatives based on historical traditions.

Love Me Not (2017) A dramatic-thriller that sheds light on the ramifications of a young migrant girl’s decision to become a surrogate for a wealthy couple.

Meltem (2018) Basile Doganis’ feature debut explores cultural identity and migrants in this funny, thought-provoking film about a young girl mourning the death of her mother while on holiday with her friends.

Pause (2018) Cypriot director Tonia Mishiali’s drama tells the story of an overworked and repressed Cypriot housewife who – once she hits menopause – dreams of violent rebellion against her sexist husband.

Perfect Strangers (2016) (no subtitles) Thodoris Atheridis’ film based on the Italian box office hit, skillfully tells the stories of seven friends who decide to play a dangerous game during a dinner party.

Perimenontas ti Nona (2019) (no subtitles) Veteran Director Nikos Zapatina gives human despair a facelift in this feel good, light-hearted comedy about the adventures of Hercules who travels to Naxos to see his gravely ill Godmother with his best friend.

The Bachelor 3 (2018) A distinctively Greek take on The Hangover franchise, The Bachelor 3 reunites the cast of the 2016 original for another adventure of madness and mayhem- only this time in Larissa.

The Bullet Within (2018) Cypriot Director Peter Charalambous delivers an emotive and timely true story set in present day (divided) Cyprus about 35 year old Andreas who buries his 27 year old father the day before his wedding.

The Favourite (2018) 2019 BAFTA winner and Oscar award nominated Greek Director Yorgos Lanthimos directs a scandalous period piece about two women vying for the affections of Queen Anne.

The Taverna (2019) Alkinos Tsilimidos’ highly anticipated black comedy about the dilemmas faced by a Greek restaurant owner in Melbourne makes its’ World Premiere at the Closing Night of Delphi Bank 26th Greek Film Festival.

Documentaries

Maria by Callas (2018) Tom Volf’s film is the first to tell the life story of the legendary Greek/American opera singer completely in her own words.

The Return (2017) Director Menelaos Karamaghiolis shines a spotlight on an age-old question; can theatre become an educational and rehabilitation medium for underage inmates who have no chance of escaping disobedience?

When Tomatoes Met Wagner (2019) Marianna Economou’s delivers a touching documentary about a community trying to survive austerity and revive commerce in their tiny Greek village, by marketing their organic tomato goods as trendy delicacies.

Short:

Utopia (2019) Kostas Nikas film highlights the reality of a society where citizens police each other with their mobile phones and where there is more freedom inside prison rather than outside it.

DELPHI BANK 26TH GREEK FILM FESTIVAL DETAILS:

WHAT: The Delphi Bank 26th Greek Film Festival- Melbourne

WHEN: Wednesday 9 – Sunday 20 October 2019

WHERE: The Astor Theatre and Palace Cinema Como

WEBSITE: www.greekfilmfestival.com.au

FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/GreekFilmFestival

Defeat for Greece against Team USA in FIBA World Cup match

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Defeat for Greece against Team USA in FIBA World Cup match

Greece’s national basketball team suffered a defeat in the second group stage match of the FIBA Basketball World Cup tournament against the U.S. on Saturday, which the Americans won by 69-53.

The Greek men’s side was unable to repeat the triumph of the Greek team in 2006, which had then defeated the U.S. team, but will have another shot at making the final eight next Monday, when they play against the Czech Republic. Greece needs to win by at least +12 points to get through, as well as a U.S. victory against Brazil on September 9.

It was the Greek team’s second defeat in the tournament so far, while Team USA has won four in four matches and have virtually secured their place in the semi-finals.

Source: ANA

Tiffany Trump wears black one-piece swimsuit in Mykonos days after partying with Lindsay Lohan

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Tiffany Trump wears black one-piece swimsuit in Mykonos days after partying with Lindsay Lohan

Tiffany Trump continues to live the sweet trust fund life this summer, continuing her prolonged European holiday on the beach in Mykonos.

The first daughter, 24, was spotted enjoying the sun and sand on July 31 while vacationing on the Greek Island.

Opting for a modest look, Tiffany tied a long white cover-up over her black one-piece swimsuit, and accessorized with a shoulder bag, jewelry, and dark sunglasses.

Donis signs on loan for Reims

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Donis signs on loan for Reims

Anastasios “Tasos” Donis the footballer for Greece’s national team has joined Ligue 1 side Reims on loan with an option to buy from German club VfB Stuttgart, the French club said Tuesday.

Under the terms of the deal Donis, 23, will remain for four seasons if the French club avoids relegation.

Blackburn-born Donis, whose father played for the English Championship club, joins the club as a replacement for Pablo Chavarria, who quit Reims for Spanish side Mallorca.

Formerly with Juventus, Donis joined Stuttgart on a four-year contract in July 2017 and scored seven goals in 45 Bundesliga appearances.

Greek-Australian, Paul Kapeleris, will compete among the Top 30 in AGT’s semi-finals on Sunday.

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Greek-Australian, Paul Kapeleris, will compete among the Top 30 in AGT’s semi-finals on Sunday.

Love Crepe Creates Frappe Flavoured Gelato

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Love Crepe Creates Frappe Flavoured Gelato

Aside from devouring a delicious gyro, no trip to Greece is complete without ordering a crepe done Greek-style, wrapped and held in the hand for a moreish midnight snack.

Brothers Michael and Nick Kondilis know this all too well. Their relatives own a creperie in Athens, and on their annual visits to Greece they always looked forward to indulging.

“We love playing with flavoured gelato and bringing memories through our taste buds” said Nick Kondilis. WE have such a variety of flavours that we thought it would be fun to celebrate International Frappe day by creating a limited edition frappe flavoured ice cream for today only.”

Love Crepe has become an institution in the inner west since opening their doors in Drummoyne.

“It’s been really positive; people liked our batter, they thought it compliments sweet and savoury [flavours], which is what we thought it did. They’re enjoying the handheld experience and how we put the ice-cream inside it; we’ve married our gelato with the crepe, and that’s really kicked off.”

For your free scoop of frappe flavoured ice cream head to 216 Lyons Road, Drummoyne. Open till 11pm.

Gigi Hadid shows off bikini body in disposable snaps from Mykonos trip

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Gigi Hadid shows off bikini body in disposable snaps from Mykonos trip

The vacation is over for this supermodel.

Gigi Hadid, 24, uploaded some pictures to her Gi’sposables account on Instagram on Thursday and revealed that her Mykonos girl’s trip wasn’t all it was cracked up to be. 

The Victoria’s Secret angel shared a photo of her posed in a mirror saying that while abroad, she was robbed. 

‘Mykonos film in. PS(A). Don’t let insta fool u. Got robbed. Never going back lol. Wouldn’t recommend. Spend your money elsewhere,’ she caption the photo.

‘Mykonos film in. PS(A). Don’t let insta fool u. Got robbed. Never going back lol. Wouldn’t recommend. Spend your money elsewhere,’ she caption the photo. While she didn’t give more information. She did share a photo of herself in a black bikini showing off her toned cover girl body. The blonde wore a blue long-sleeve cover up over her suit. Little sister, Bella Hadid, 22, joined in on the fun to help ring in their older sister Alana’s birthday. The group all seemed to be enjoying their fun in the sun sporting various bikinis and riding around on jet skis. But apparently, it wasn’t all fun and games for Zayn Malik’s ex. After touching down in the states again, Gigi knew how to make heads turn by stepping out for a date with the most eligible bachelor in town. She and The Bachelorette’s Tyler Cameron, 26, were spotted out in New York shortly after her vacation and Tyler’s overnight date with ex-girlfriend Hannah Brown, 24. ‘We both have things that are going on in our lives right now separately,’ she told People in an interview. ‘I’m not really sure where things stand with us right now, and I’m keeping my options open.’ One date just wasn’t enough for the new flames. They were both spotted out the following night at a bowling alley for date number two. ‘I guess I find it disrespectful,’ the Bachelor Happy Hour’s Rachel Lindsay said on the show. ‘It’s kind of like, bro, slow your roll. You’re on Twitter talking about ‘Hannah’s the queen’ and preaching about respect, but then you’re being a little disrespectful by dating her in such a public way where you know it’s going to get so much attention. I think that’s my beef with it.’ That must have sparked something in Hannah as she had something to say about it too. ‘I think that’s my beef with it, too. We are not dating-dating, at all, we hung out, but we also had conversations of both, like, knowing that there’s still something there. When you are in the public eye, you do have to just be respectful of each other. And yeah, I wish I would’ve got a little bit more than two days. But, you know, it is okay.’

Official Program: His Eminence visit to Victoria

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Official Program: His Eminence visit to Victoria

His Eminence Archbishop Makarios has been very approachable and active in meeting many of the people in NSW over the last few weeks since His Enthronement. On Saturday 3rd August he will be arriving in Melbourne, where he will follow another very active program to reach out to all Greek Victorians.

Below is his official program.

PLEASE NOTE: Saturday 10th August, 8:00am His Eminence will be Liturgizing at the Presentation of Our Lady Church, North Balwyn, where He will celebrate the 40 Day Memorial Service for the Late Father Nicholas Vrettakos, therefore on that day there will not be a Liturgy Service at St Eustathios Church, South Melbourne.

Paul Kapeleris: 22-year-old overthrows loss of vision to be fast-tracked to semi-finals of Australia’s Got Talent

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Paul Kapeleris: 22-year-old overthrows loss of vision to be fast-tracked to semi-finals of Australia’s Got Talent

The Australia’s Got Talent contestant talks about creating your own light in darkness, the importance of family, and his great appreciation for pita.

“I want to show people that no matter who you are, no matter what you’re struggling with, you’ve got something that people need to hear. Everyone’s got their own thing going on that could be interesting to other people,” said Paul Kapeleris.

He delivered the performance that brought all 4 judges to tears. With former Pussycat Doll, Nicole Scherzinger saying, “I’m crying my face off right now!”, in between sobs.

Paul’s audition has been promoted as “the performance that Australia will never forget”.

When I asked Paul how he felt about that statement, his extremely humble personality took charge, as he joked, “honestly, I think Australia can do better!”

Paul Kapeleris was born in Concord, Sydney, to a “huge” Greek family from Sparta. He credits his family’s ongoing love and support for his achievements.

“Everyone’s just overall very supportive. It’s been really lovely, and a source of inspiration to me that so many people love me and care about me and what I do,” he said.

Paul’s ambition and positive mindset were clear from the start, after he was born with a serious vision impediment that progressively worsened throughout his life. He currently has 5% vision and lives almost constantly in darkness.

“If I’m in a place where I’m comfortable…like I’m at home, or at school, or at uni, or a street I’ve been down a few times before, I can kind of make a mental map quite easily…I try to be independent but there are just things, like I’m still learning, I’m learning every day, and helping someone who needs it is always a good thing,” he said.

This has not stopped him from surpassing most achievements of people his age. At 22, he has completed a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Music, at Macquarie University, has been accepted into the Masters program, written and performed his own music, and, of course, is about to bring Australia to a stand-still on Australia’s Got Talent.

“Since I was 16 or 17, I had the idea in my head that I’d do it…I was grappling with accepting that anything could happen, and the worst can happen, for a few years. I’ve finished my degree, I’ve got some time, if I don’t do it now, I’m not going to do it. So I finally knuckled down and auditioned,” said Paul of his auditioning for the show.

Paul got involved with music at a very young age, after a drummer visited his pre-school and noticed Paul place his hand against a snare drum to feel the vibrations of the instrument.

“The drummer told one of the teachers, ‘keep an eye on him, he’s going to be very musical’,” he said.

When he was 4, his parents bought him his first keyboard. He began piano lessons at 8-years-old, and singing lessons when he was 17.

“When I was learning, my teacher encouraged me to close my eyes and look away the entire time…cause my vision was slightly better than what it is now. She said, ‘you’re not going to have that forever, what happens when that goes away?’ So I practiced piano with my eyes closed, and I had to learn where the notes were on the piano, just by feeling,” said Paul.

He credits his condition for allowing him to have a more intimate, personal relationship with music.

“I think it allows me to feel it a lot more. I don’t get bogged down by trying to read sheet music or trying to remember exactly how it goes. I play stuff in my own way. So when I learn something I learn it by ear, and I play for me every time,” he said.

Paul channels his lack of sight into a positive experience that allows him to strengthen his other senses, particularly his ears, which have given him a special connection to musical entertainment.

“When I watch TV shows or movies, I feel like I’m missing out on some of the experience, because I can’t see it very well. But with music you just have to hear it, so I really feel a sense of achievement and connection with music because I’m not missing out on any of the meaning. So I love music for that reason. I can hear it perfect and I can experience all of it,” he said.

Paul is on the brink of becoming a household name in Australia. While he refuses to gloat, he is prepared to use the platform he is given to inspire others.  

“I will do my best to be a good person and be a positive role model, but I think that people aren’t perfect. People should find happiness and worth within themselves. That being said, I will do my best to be a positive role model and I will be happy to give inspiration to anyone that thinks they can’t do it, because you can,” he said.

“I want to be remembered for being someone that despite their vision impairment has made the most of their life, and has done everything they could to maximise the opportunities they’ve been given. I’m just really grateful for the reaction I got from the show, and just that everyone is so supportive, and loving and willing to help someone out,” said Paul.

Lastly, Paul wanted to tribute his “huge”, supportive Greek family for their constant support throughout his life, and with his music. His favourite part of Greece is the beaches and the laid back lifestyle. While his favourite part of New Years, is the ‘vasilopita’.

“I have a never ending supply of pita in my house!”, he laughs.

Good luck Paul! There’s no doubt this year’s vasilopita coin will be entirely in your favour.

Milos, voted ‘Best Island of Europe’ for 2019 & Crete, Paros & Santorini in overall top 5

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Milos, voted ‘Best Island of Europe’ for 2019 & Crete, Paros & Santorini in overall top 5

The Cycladic island of Milos has been voted the ‘Best Island of Europe’ for 2019 by readers of the foremost U.S. travel magazine “Travel and Leisure”, with three more Greek islands – Crete, Paros and Santorini, respectively – occupying second, fourth and fifth positions in the same category.

Greece “rules the list” according to the author of the article “The Top 15 Islands in Europe,” with four islands in the top five. About Milos, she notes that the famous ‘Venus de Milo’ statue was found there while present attractions include its traditional Cycladic villages, volcanic craters, ruins, white sand beaches and turquoise waters – plus being affordable and largely free of the crowds seen on other Greek islands.

Photo: greeka.com

The four Greek islands also occupy prominent positions on the ‘Best Islands in the World’ list, where Milos ranks fourth, Crete seventh, Paros 11th and Santorini 14th. Among their advantages, according to readers, are their natural beauty, fine food and ancient civilisation. The prizes will be awarded on July 16 in New York, with the prize for Milos to be accepted by the deputy head of the U.S. National Tourism Organisation office, Maria Kritharioti.

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