The 2023 Greek Film Festival has focus on films illuminating the strength, wisdom, and humanity of the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and those confronting Alzheimer’s.
This year’s festival program offers a carefully curated collection of films to shed light on these significant aspects of life.
By showcasing these stories, the festival aims to cultivate empathy, understanding, and support for often-underrepresented communities while sparking conversations about disability rights, accessibility, and the transformative power of storytelling.
God’s Painting
The festival will feature God’s Painting, a moving portrayal of a family’s journey as they navigate personal challenges and disabilities, highlighting the enduring power of love, family, and resilience.
Listen
An inspiring narrative, Listen, follows the life of Valmira, who defies stereotypes and barriers to pursue her dreams. This film explores the financial difficulties that force the deaf teenager Valmira to return to her father’s island, where she faces the danger of indifference and isolation. Through her journey, Listen addresses the village’s prejudices and the challenges within her own family.
Dignity
On the day of their ailing elderly father’s birthday, the reunion of three siblings leads to an intense confrontation that forever alters their lives.
Remind Me
A poignant exploration of the group therapy of Alzheimer’s caregivers.
The film delves into their fears, guilt, and the rollercoaster of caregiving-related emotions. Proceeds from ticket sales for Remind Me will be donated to support the Alzheimer’s Centre in Heraklion, Crete, and a fundraiser for the Australian Alzheimer’s Research Foundation will run during the film screenings.
About the festival
The Greek Film Festival, presented in Victoria by the Greek Community of Melbourne and hosted on Palace Cinemas group’s screens, continues to be an annual celebration of Greek cinema. It showcases the depth and diversity of the Greek film industry, capturing the essence of Greek culture, history, and creativity.
The festival has become a significant cultural event on the calendar for cinephiles and the Greek Community of Melbourne. About the Greek Community of Melbourne: Founded in 1897, the Greek Community of Melbourne is a prominent organisation dedicated to promoting and preserving Greek history, culture, and heritage in Australia.
Through various initiatives, events, and educational programs, the Community aims to strengthen the connection between Greek Australians and their rich cultural background.
The 2023 Greek Film Festival will occur at Palace Cinema Como, Palace Balwyn Cinema, and the Astor Theatre from October 19 to October 29.
Take the chance to be part of this enlightening cinematic experience that celebrates resilience, wisdom, and the beauty of the human spirit.
