Acting
In the universe of Miss Dress, the exhibition to the public is a moment of revelation. The wounded child’s soul, continuing in the adult body, seeks acceptance and love.
A documentary that is a deep exploration of gender identity within the context of Greek society, providing a multi-layered narrative that reflects the experiences of individuals navigating the complexities of gender in a culture where these topics are still emerging. Over four years, the filmmakers captured intimate stories of people confronting their gender identities, revealing how personal, societal, and familial expectations shape their journeys. The documentary aims to challenge the traditional norms of gender and to give voice to those whose experiences are often marginalized. It marks a significant step in Greece’s cinematic exploration of LGBTQ+ themes and is a pivotal contribution to the global conversation on gender identity.
The story takes place in a port controlled by Charlie the Greek and his criminal band. There are two things Charlie hates: drugs and homosexuality. But both are part of his life: he is madly in love with Joy who is a junkie, though he denies it even to himself. And regarding the homosexuality issue, his right hand, Tony, has an amorous relationship with a transsexual who is part of a group of trans-prostitutes. Ignoring Charlie's adamant orders, the transvestites work the streets around the port, with the help of Tony, who secretly supports them
Step into the vibrant world of "Gloria", a dance/performance film by the director Nikos Mpouyioukas. Starring the captivating Fenia Apostolou, "Gloria" invites you to experience life through the eyes of its titular character, a trans woman and sex worker navigating the streets of contemporary Athens. Through a series of vignettes, we unravel the layers of Gloria's multifaceted persona, delving deep into her daily struggles, triumphs, and moments of raw vulnerability.
Vangelis, a remnant of the rave party generation of the late 90s, sells weed for a living. Wants a steady job, no risks involved. Petros, a smalltime gangster. Wants a family. Demands respect. Katerina unwillingly brings them together under the same roof.
The comedy of a thinking man who wants his philosophical views to be taken seriously when he is nothing but a failed filmmaker.
Melanie, a young cancer patient, is trapped in the postoperative state of her body and mourning for the prior existence of it. She is in a deadlock and tries to identify her new substance. She is the subject of her psychological experience and at the same time the object of her sight. Her obsession to look like before becomes her interior demon and her personal witch. She needs to feed her worldview, to identify her new substance and building a better relationship with herself. Her catalytic encounter with the confident trans woman Sissy takes her stress away.
